Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds – Fresh, Heirloom Variety for Home Gardens

Add heirloom charm to your garden with Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce seeds. This variety produces large, tender, and crisp leaves with a mild flavor, ideal for fresh salads and culinary use. Easy to grow and maintain, it is perfect for home gardeners seeking continuous harvests of nutritious greens.

Features:

1. Variety: Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce
2. Growth habit: Upright, loose-leaf rosette
3. Leaf characteristics: Crisp, tender, light green leaves
4. Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
5. Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil with consistent moisture
6. Suitable for: Garden beds, raised beds, containers, and home gardens

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO seeds
2. Planting Season: Early spring or late summer for fall harvest
3. Zones: USDA Zones 4–10
4. Planting Depth: 0.25 inch (6 mm)
5. Spacing: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) between plants
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Days to Harvest: 45–60 days for leaves
8. Plant Height: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)
9. Plant Width: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
10. Temperature: Prefers cool weather; avoid high heat to prevent bolting
11. Watering: Moderate, maintain consistent soil moisture
12. Maintenance: Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding; harvest outer leaves regularly for continuous growth

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in garden soil 0.25 inch deep.
2. Keep soil consistently moist until germination.
3. Thin seedlings to 6–12 inches apart to ensure healthy growth.
4. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continuous growth.
5. Provide partial shade in hot climates to prevent bolting.