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Bellezia — Lettuce | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Bellezia
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

35days to harvest

7-10 daysdays to germinate

Z5–9USDA zones

Easydifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Direct sow after last spring frost, pressing seeds lightly into soil with light exposure; germinate at 50-70°F. For fall crops in warm climates, sow in late summer. Optional: start indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Regular; keep consistently moist but not waterlogged
Soil: Well-draining soil enriched with organic matter; slightly alkaline to neutral pH preferred
Spacing: 3-4 inches
Height: 6-24 inches
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Dark green with deeply lobed foliage; yellow edible flowers
Shape: Deeply lobed, feathery leaves; upright, compact plant structure
Flavour: Pungent, spicy-nutty flavor with intense peppery notes; yellow flowers carry the same profile with slightly milder, sweeter edge

In the kitchen

Fresh salads, garnish, leaf harvesting, vegetable stir-fries, pesto, cooked dishes; edible flowers for salad decoration and vibrant garnish

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Flea beetles, aphids, cabbage worms
Diseases: Downy mildew (intermediate resistance in Bellezia), leaf spot, powdery mildew
Resistance: Downy Mildew (Intermediate)

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	—	—	June – July	July – September
2	—	—	May – July	June – September
3	—	—	May – June	June – October
4	—	—	April – June	May – October
5	—	—	April – May	May – November
6	—	—	April – May	May – November
7	—	—	March – May	April – November
8	—	—	March – April	April – December
9	—	—	February – March	March – December
10	—	—	January – March	February – December
11	—	—	January – February	January – December
12	—	—	January – February	January – December
13	—	—	January – February	January – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

BasilRepels aphids and whiteflies while potentially improving lettuce flavor

ChivesDeters aphids and other pests with strong scent compounds

MarigoldRepels nematodes and aphids while attracting beneficial insects

CarrotsDifferent root depths allow efficient space use without competition

RadishesQuick harvest breaks soil for lettuce roots and deters flea beetles

GarlicStrong sulfur compounds repel aphids and slugs

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles

ParsleyAttracts beneficial insects and has similar water requirements

Avoid

FennelProduces allelopathic compounds that inhibit lettuce germination and growth

BroccoliCompetes for similar nutrients and space, may shade delicate lettuce

SunflowerReleases allelopathic chemicals and creates too much shade for lettuce

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Protein (g): 0.742
Fat (g): 0.0738
Carbohydrate (g): 3.37
Vitamin K (µg): 20.5
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.0401
Calcium (mg): 14.2
Iron (mg): 0.0332
Magnesium (mg): 6.31
Phosphorus (mg): 19.2
Potassium (mg): 139
Zinc (mg): 0.173

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the lettuce growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Bellezia

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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