Overview
Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR is a clump forming annual in the genus Lactuca, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, bedding and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Lactuca sativa 'Azulita' PBR is an annual cultivar of the genus Lactuca, which includes a range of plants known for their edible leaves commonly called lettuce. This clump-forming plant has deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun across all garden aspects, whether exposed or sheltered. It prefers fertile, moisture-retentive loam soil with a neutral pH and requires consistent watering. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, bedding, and greenhouses, 'Azulita' is valued for its interest throughout spring, summer, and autumn in the UK hardiness zone H2.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lactuca
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Lettuce root aphid
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds, Downy mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR?
Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR need?
Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR hardy in the UK?
Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR?
Seed.
More in the Lactuca genus
- Lactuca sativa 'Afrodite'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Altessita'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Analora'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Anguilla'
- Lactuca sativa 'Avondefiance'lettuce (butterhead) 'Avondefiance'
- Lactuca sativa 'Bachata'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Bakura'lettuce 'Bakura'
- Lactuca sativa 'Bandita'lettuce 'Bandita'