Overview
Lactuca sativa 'Soleison'PBR is a clump forming annual in the genus Lactuca, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lactuca sativa 'Soleison'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 'Soleison' is an annual cultivar of lettuce within the genus Lactuca, known for its edible leaves and milky white sap. This clump-forming plant has deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun with exposure ranging from sheltered to exposed sites. It prefers fertile, moisture-retentive loam soil with a neutral pH that is moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H2, 'Soleison' is suitable for a variety of garden settings including cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, bedding, and conservatories. It is grown from seed and is of interest during spring, summer, and autumn.
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 'Soleison'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 'Soleison'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 'Soleison'PBR?
Lactuca sativa 'Soleison'PBR prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lactuca sativa 'Soleison'PBR need?
Lactuca sativa 'Soleison'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lactuca sativa 'Soleison'PBR hardy in the UK?
Lactuca sativa 'Soleison'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 'Soleison'PBR?
Seed.
More in the Lactuca genus
- Lactuca sativa 'Afrodite'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Altessita'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Analora'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Anguilla'
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- Lactuca sativa 'Azulita'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Bachata'PBR
- Lactuca sativa 'Bakura'lettuce 'Bakura'