When it comes to regrowing vegetables, romaine lettuce is a typical example, as it grows back very reliably. Moreover, most households regularly have leftovers of this lettuce variety. This way, you can kill two birds with one stone.
1. Next time you cut lettuce, don't forget your regrowing plan! The stalk of romaine lettuce should be at least 5 cm tall. Cutting it shorter will only make regrowth unnecessarily difficult.
2. Now place the stem in water. Make sure that about half of the stem is always submerged in water. The romaine lettuce also appreciates a bright spot in the house and fresh water every few days. The plant will stay this way for five to ten days.
3. When new roots appear on the stem and fresh green leaves emerge from the cut portion, it's time to plant the romaine lettuce. The stem then goes into the soil, making sure to leave the newly emerging leaves exposed. After all, they need light to provide you with fresh green leaves.
4. Continue to keep the soil moist. Within a few weeks, the leaves will grow larger and larger, waiting to become part of your next salad.
