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Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds - Heirloom Leafy Lettuce Seeds for Home Garden

Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds - Heirloom Leafy Lettuce Seeds for Home Garden

$16.39 USD
$16.39 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly in loose fertile well drained soil

Plant seeds ¼ inch deep and lightly cover with soil

Keep soil consistently moist until germination occurs

Thin seedlings to proper spacing after true leaves appear

Sow at intervals for continuous harvest

How to Grow


Grow in full sun to partial shade

Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture

Use nutrient rich soil for healthy leaf growth

Harvest outer leaves frequently to encourage regrowth

Protect plants from excessive heat to prevent bolting

Tips


Harvest young leaves for best flavor and tenderness

Suitable for containers raised beds and small gardens

Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature

Best grown in cool to mild weather conditions

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Tender

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Loose-leaf

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Late spring

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

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Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds - Heirloom Leafy Lettuce Seeds for Home Garden


Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce is a time-tested heirloom variety loved for its delicate texture and mild flavor. It grows quickly and allows repeated harvesting, making it ideal for continuous fresh greens. Perfect for beginner gardeners, it performs well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

8–12 in

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

3–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

6–8 in

planting-depth

Planting Depth

¼ inch

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Cool

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Black Seeded Simpson different from head lettuce?

It is a loose-leaf variety that produces tender leaves without forming a compact head.

Can loose-leaf lettuce provide repeated harvests?

Yes. Individual leaves can be harvested regularly while the plant continues growing.

Which vegetables grow well with Black Seeded Simpson?

Radishes, carrots, onions, spinach, and peas are suitable companion crops.

Can it be grown in balcony containers?

Yes. Its compact growth makes it suitable for containers, raised beds, and small gardens.

Is loose-leaf lettuce commonly eaten fresh?

Yes. It is widely used in salads, sandwiches, wraps, and mixed leafy dishes.

Can bolting plants benefit pollinators?

If allowed to flower, the blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.