How to Grow Cheap Frills Mix
Brassica spp.
Your complete guide to growing Cheap Frills Mix.
📷 Wikipedia: LettuceWhen to Plant Cheap Frills Mix
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | June – September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | June – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | May – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | May – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | May – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | April – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | April – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | March – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | February – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | February – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | January – December |
Companion Plants for Cheap Frills Mix
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids and whiteflies, may improve lettuce flavor
Deep roots don't compete with shallow lettuce roots, good space utilization
Repels aphids and other pests while providing natural pest deterrent
Natural pest deterrent against aphids and slugs
Deters nematodes and aphids, attracts beneficial insects
Trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, adds color to garden
Quick harvest before lettuce matures, helps break up soil
Similar growing conditions and water needs, efficient space usage
✗ Keep away from
Heavy feeder that competes for nutrients, may shade delicate lettuce
Allelopathic properties inhibit lettuce growth and development
Allelopathic compounds inhibit lettuce germination and growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
