Lettuce Seeds - Black Seeded Simpson HEIRLOOM - OPEN POLLINATED

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Unit Size	Price	Savings
Packet	$2.50
1 Ounce Package	$6.95
1/4 Pound Package	$14.95	46%
1 Pound Sack	$29.95	73%
5 Pound Sack	$109.95 ($21.99/Lb.)	80%
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Leaf type lettuce
40-50 Days to Harvest
Prefers full sun exposure

Availability & Turnaround Time

All seeds are shipped year-round, while flower bulbs are shipped on a seasonal basis. Typical turnaround times for in-stock items is between 2 – 5 business days.

Category	Shipping Period
All Seeds:
Zones 2 – 10	Year-Round
Spring Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Warmest Regions First):
Zones 8 – 10	Early-Mid March
Zones 7	Mid-Late March
Zones 6	Late March - Early April
Zones 5	Early-Mid April
Zones 2 – 4	Late April - Early May
Fall Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Coldest Regions First):*
Zones 2-4	Mid September
Zones 5	Mid-Late September
Zones 6	Late September
Zones 7	Late September - Early October
Zones 8-10	Early October

We try our utmost to maintain reliable inventory of all products, and are very proud of our record in doing so. However, as we are a company engaged in what Mother Nature provides, we do sometimes experience shortages and crop failures beyond our control. If, for any reason, we are required to backorder any portion of your order, rest assured we will keep you apprised of updated shipping information and/or any other options that may satisfy your needs and wishes.

Product Description

"Black Seeded Simpson" Lettuce Seeds - Heirloom Lettuces:

An old time favorite, the Heirloom Black-Seeded Simpson is considered by many to be the #1 leaf lettuce variety.�This variety is among the easiest of the leaf lettuce cultivars to grow, and it produces strong yields from seed.�In addition to its delicious and complex taste, it is also a steady grower even in warmer climates.

Fast Facts

Name:	Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce
Botanical Name:	Lactuca sativa "Black Seeded Simpson"
Type:	Heirloom Leaf
Size at Maturity:	6" - 7" Head
Days to Maturity:	40-50 Days
Light Requirement:	Sun/Partial Shade
Planting Time:	Cool Season
Sowing Method:	Direct Sow
Planting Depth:	1/8"
Plant Spacing:	6"
Seeds per Pound:	NA
Hardiness Zones:	All
Ships:	Year-round

Planting Instructions

Planting Lettuce (All varieties)
Lettuces are a cool season crop and planting in the heat of summer should be avoided, but many varieties mature quickly and often more than one crop can be harvested in spring and late summer.
The crisper the lettuce head, the less heat tolerant they will be.
Start lettuce seeds indoors or out, by sprinkling seeds in rows or in containers, and covering with a layer of soil.
If starting indoors, cover containers with a plastic bag to create a greenhouse effect and keep warm.
Sprouts should appear within a week to 10 days. Once sprouted, remove the plastic and provide plenty of light.
Once seedlings have a few sets of true leaves, transplant to individual containers.
Harden off seedlings about a week before transplanting out of doors.
In outdoor beds, either thin or place transplants to desired spacing. We recommend approximately 4 inches apart for leaf lettuce varieties, 8 inches apart for loose-head types, and 16 inches for firm-head types.
Lettuces can tolerate cold, but care should be taken to protect them from wind.
Lettuce and other leafy greens have high water transpiration rates and should be kept consistently moist and in well drained soil. I
f leaves begin to wilt, plants need more water.
Hand weed as necessary, but take care of shallow roots.