Description
Black Seeded Simpson Organic Lettuce Seeds 4090. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approximately 1,000 seeds per packet (880 seeds per gram)
Step back in time with this pure and simple heirloom, a favourite since 1875. Black Seeded Simpson is a testament to the earth’s timeless generosity, producing extra large, wrinkled, and crumpled bright green leaves that are a true feast for the senses. This adaptable lettuce is one of the very best to sow early and often, making it a reliable and hearty friend to any organic gardener.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Heirloom Organic Vegetable
- Fruit: Extra large, wrinkled, and crumpled bright green leaves
- Features: A favourite since 1875; very well adapted to a wide range of growing conditions.
Nutritional Information
Lettuce is a nutrient-rich vegetable with a mild flavour. It is an excellent source of Vitamin K and a good source of Vitamin A (beta-carotene) and Folate. This lettuce also contains minerals such as iron, potassium, and manganese, in addition to dietary fibre and beneficial antioxidants.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
- Sowing: Sow your seeds as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring, and then every two weeks thereafter to ensure a continuous supply. Sow about 3 mm deep in rows 45 cm apart, or in blocks or squares.
- Care: While this lettuce is quite adaptable, it will make its best growth on organic, well-drained soils in a sunny location. An even supply of moisture is imperative for success. Harvest leaf lettuce by either pulling the entire plant or by cutting leaves at least 2.5 cm above the base to allow it to sprout new growth.
- Harvesting: Once the plant bolts (starts to produce a rapidly growing flower stem), the leaves will become bitter.
- Germination: Germination occurs in 5-10 days.
Why Organic Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds belong in Your Garden
For a genuine and uncomplicated connection to the land, this organic heirloom is an excellent choice. Its robust nature and long history make it a dependable source of wholesome nourishment. This lettuce is a pure expression of a garden’s simple abundance, ready to provide you with a timeless harvest.
