Harvest Fresh Salads Every 30 Days: A Complete Guide

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Master the Art of Salad Gardening

Embarking on the journey to harvest 30 salads every 30 days may sound like a dream for those passionate about fresh, healthy eating straight from their garden. The key to success lies in understanding the optimal conditions for growing lettuce and other salad greens, from seed selection to harvesting techniques. This involves choosing the right varieties that can thrive in your climate and soil, mastering the timing for planting and picking for peak freshness, and employing organic pest management strategies to keep your crops healthy. Alongside proper watering and fertilization, spacing your plants correctly will ensure they receive adequate sunlight and air circulation. By following these essential steps, you can enjoy the fruits of your labor with a constant supply of crisp, flavorful greens perfect for your next salad.

Did you know you can grow your own lunch or dinner salad every day of the week? We show you how to harvest 30 salads a month with one level of your Rise Garden.

Accessories you'll need to get started

Rise Gardens Nursery

8 Pod Tray Lid

Choose your salad greens

Alfresco Mix Lettuce

Astro Arugula

Parris Island Cos Lettuce

Butter Crunch Lettuce

Antonet Lettuce

Bronze Arrowhead Lettuce

Step-by-step crop planning guide

Step 1: Set up one level of your Rise Garden with the following trays: 8-pod tray, 4-pod tray, 4-pod tray

Step 2: Start 8 salad greens pods in your 2 Rise Nurseries

Step 3: Once the seeds have germinated, place them in the 8-pod tray.

Step 4: Then, start another 8 salad greens in your nurseries.

Step 5: When those seedlings are ready to move into your 8-pod tray, it’s time to move the bigger greens to the 2 4-pod trays to space them out and let them thrive.

Step 6: Start another 8 salad greens in your nurseries. By the time these seedlings are ready to move to your Rise Garden (about 3-4 weeks total), you’ll begin to start harvesting your heads of lettuce.

How to Harvest 30 Salads Every 30 Days