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30 Apr 16 Paul (Australia - arid climate)

If you grow the loose leaf types you will have better success against frost. I have frost proofed my 2 permanent beds of six different lettuce by growing them in wicking beds and aquaponics as the whole bed keeps itself protected by being a thermal mass during the night absorbing heat from direct sun in the day. Otherwise throw some heavy duty clear plastic over them last thing before the sun goes down and keep your mulch nice and thick. That will help maintain a warmer temperature during the night.

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10 May 16 janine (Australia - cool/mountain climate)

Thanks for sharing these great tips for growing lettuce in frosty conditions ~ janine

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