This classic lettuce has been a dependable staple for over 150 years. This non-heading, upright, compact leaf type variety produces large, ruffled leaves with an appealing green color and a juicy, tender and delicate flavor.
Planting Information:
When and Where to Plant: No garden is complete without easy-to-grow, delicious and nutritious loose leaf lettuce. This year grow your own crispy, crunchy tossed green salads.
Care: Water lightly and regularly. Protect from pests.
Harvesting: Pull entire plant or cut off 1-2 in./3-5 cm. above ground.
Seed Variety: Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson
Germination Time: 7 – 14 Days
Days to Maturity: 40 – 60 Days
Planting Depth: 1/4 in.
Seed Spacing: 1 in.
Spacing Between Rows: 15 in.
Space After Thinning: 6 in. – 8 in.
Light Requirements: Full Sun