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Black Seeded Simpson, Heirloom Leaf Lettuce Seeds

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Pkt Size-Approx. Seeds: 0.8g ~500+ Seeds

Black Seeded Simpson, Heirloom Leaf Lettuce Seeds — The Most Popular Early Spring Leaf Lettuce Since 1850

Black Seeded Simpson (Lactuca sativa) has been America’s most popular early spring leaf lettuce since 1850 — large, crinkled, light green leaves with a tender, mild flavor and exceptional early production. One of the fastest-maturing lettuces available. Slow to bolt and heat tolerant for a leaf lettuce. An absolute garden staple. 45 days.

Why Grow Black Seeded Simpson?

  • America’s most popular early spring leaf lettuce since 1850
  • One of the fastest-maturing lettuces — 45 days from sowing
  • Large, crinkled, light green leaves — tender and mild
  • Slow to bolt — extended harvest season
  • Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in early spring, or in fall. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep, thinning to 8–10 inches apart. Prefers cool weather. Water consistently. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut entire plant at 2 inches above soil for regrowth. 45 days from direct sow.

Days to maturity: 45 days
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO, Annual
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
USDA Zones: 3–12