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title: "Is it supposed to be this tall????"
description: "Is it supposed to be this tall????"
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community: "Edible Gardening"
author: "Jayna"
published: "2024-03-21T21:56:15.858479Z"
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# Is it supposed to be this tall????

_Posted by Jayna on 2024-03-21_

Is it supposed to be this tall????

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## 6 comments

### Sparky🤍plants commented on 2024-03-21

What type of plant is it?

#### Jayna replied on 2024-03-22

Lettuce

### Cemarshall commented on 2024-03-22

Is it Romain lettuce? I’ve seen that happen if it’s reaching for more sunlight or if it’s bolting due to very warm temperatures. If this was mine, I’d try cutting it and growing some roots on the stem in water (after eating some of those delicious leaves 😉) I’ve not done it myself but the internet seems to think it’s possible!

#### Sparky🤍plants replied on 2024-03-22

I’ve done the same!!

### Charr commented on 2024-03-23

It’s bolted (high temp).

Once it’s bolted, still edible but little more bitter.

Mulch around bed of lettuce to help keep cooler/prevent from bolting sooner (or lay mesh on top).

### Jayna commented on 2024-03-24

How do I cut it

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