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Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb

Modest, meal-sized butterheads perfect for smaller gardens

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Morning Sun Only
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Lactuca sativa

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 30 to 60 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

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.

  • • Butterhead type lettuce
  • • Great for small spaces/containers
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Cool Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 4 to 16 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 970
1 Ounce 25,477
1 Pound 407,632

Planting Guide

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Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb

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Lettuce Seeds - Tom Thumb FAQs

What type of seed is Tom Thumb Lettuce?

Tom Thumb Lettuce is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

How big will Tom Thumb Lettuce get?

Tom Thumb Lettuce grows to 5 inches.

What is the flavor profile of Tom Thumb Lettuce?

Tom Thumb Lettuce has a flavor profile described as mild, buttery, and slightly sweet.

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