456 - Endless Spring Salads: How to Plan Now

Struggling with lettuce that bolts, turns bitter, or barely grows? You're not alone—and you're not doing anything wrong. In this episode, I walk you through how to grow salad greens for months using the right varieties, timing, and planting rhythm. If growing your own salad greens has felt confusing or inconsistent, this episode will help you simplify the process. I break down the difference between lettuces and brassica greens, explain when to direct sow vs. start seeds indoors, and show you how I plan my plantings so I can harvest salads for weeks at a time. Free Download: Spring Salad Garden Planning Calendar Borrow my exact spring planting rhythm for salad greens—what to plant, when to plant, and how to adjust it for your climate. 👉 Key Takeaways Why lettuce and brassica greens behave differently in your garden How planting variety extends your salad harvest When to direct sow vs. start lettuce indoors How seasonal temperature shifts affect flavor and bolting The importance of staggered planting for continuous harvests Resource Links Spring Salad Garden Planning Calendar (free): Friday Emails (newsletter): Recommended Brands & Products: Amazon Storefront: Sponsor for This Episode Organic Rev I use Rev to support strong root development and healthy plants throughout the season. Use code JILL10 for 10% off. 👉 As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links mentioned may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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456 - Endless Spring Salads: How to Plan Now is an episode from The Beginner's Garden with Jill McSheehy by Jill McSheehy.

This episode is 32:14 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2026.

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