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Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce (Heirloom, 46 Days)

Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce (Heirloom, 46 Days)

Original price was: $7.20.Current price is: $3.97.

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Description

Heirloom 1875. The Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce is an old favorite introduced by Henderson Seed Company. Light green frilly leaves, a loose head, and very dependable. Small leaves can be harvested very early.

300 seeds

PLANTING

Lactuca sativa

Germination:4-10 days

Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 60-70F. Soil above 70F. inhibits germination.

Seed Sowing Depth: inch deep

Outside Sowing: Spring, when the soil temperature reaches at least 50F. Sow 1 apart, thin to 6-12, depending on the size of lettuce you want, baby to full heads. Keep soil moist during germination. Sow every 2-3 weeks for a longer harvest period. Sow heavy seeded rows every 10-14 days for baby greens using 1 oz. Pinetree Lettuce Mix.

Starting Indoors:3-4 weeks before planting outside.Sow 2-3 seeds per cell/pot, thinning to one per cell/pot. Provide 60-70 F. soil temperatures. Transplant out, 8-12 apart in rows 12 apart.

How much does a packet plant:25-footsingle row

Harvest: Cut whole heads at the base or snip off individual leaves.

Tips: Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce needs fertile soil for optimum growth. Work compost or well-rotted manure into your soil before planting. Provide adequate, even moisture for the best growth. Mulching helps retain moisture.

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