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Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb

Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb

Size Price Savings Quantity
Packet $4.49
1 Ounce $9.49
1/4 Pound $20.99 45% Savings
1 Pound $49.39 ($3.08/ounce) 68% Savings
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  • Modest, meal-sized butterheads perfect for smaller gardens
  • Butterhead type lettuce
  • Great for small spaces/containers
  • Prefers full sun exposure
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About

Features

Life Cycle Annual
Planting Season Cool Season
Fruit Size 5 inches
Growth Habit Upright

Flavor Profile Mild; Buttery; Slightly Sweet
Plant Characteristics Easy to Grow & Maintain, Fast Growing, Leafy Vegetable
Use Container Garden, Culinary, Shaded Garden
Growing Conditions Cold Tolerant, Greenhouse, Indoor, Outdoor
Harvest Advantages Microgreens

About Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb

Lactuca sativa

Seed Type Heirloom Seed

Tom Thumb is another wee English heirloom lettuce that is particularly useful for those with limited growing space. Each bright green head is the perfect size for a crispy and tasty salad. If you like to try different varieties, this lettuce produces a similar nutty taste as Little Gem.

Planting Information

Planting Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb

Planting Season Cool Season
Sowing Method Direct Sow
Light Requirement Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth 1/8 inch
Plant Spacing 4 to 16 inches
Water Needs Average
Hardiness Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Days to Maturity 30 to 60 days
View our Lettuce Planting Guide to learn more.

Coverage

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 970
1 Ounce 27,500
1/4 Pound 110,000
1 Pound 440,000

Companions Plants

Companion Plants for Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb