Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

the spring garden. It has been a home-garden standard since the 1800s for good reason. Who it's for Perfect for beginners and busy gardeners who want a quick, reliable harvest, and for cooks who love tender, mild leaves for everyday salads. How & when to plant Direct sow 2-4 weeks before your last spring frost, or start indoors 4 weeks earlier. Sow 1/4 inch deep and thin to 6-10 inches apart. Simpson likes full sun to part shade and cool weather, growing well in USDA zones 4-9. Sow in succession every 2-3 weeks for a continuous supply. Harvest Baby leaves are ready in about 28 days, full plants in 45 days, among the fastest of all lettuces. Pick outer leaves as needed for repeated cuttings, or harvest the whole plant at the base. Benefits & uses The tender, ruffled leaves are ideal for mixed salads and sandwiches and are a natural for quick, cut-and-come-again harvests all season. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Green Leaf Lettuce From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.