Description
Grand Rapids Lettuce Seeds (Leaf Type) 1720. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approximately 1,900 seeds per packet (880 seeds per gram)
A true monarch of the leaf lettuce family, this heirloom has been a favourite since its introduction in the late 1800s. Its crispy, succulent, light green leaves are lightly crinkled and possess a fine, delicate taste. Grand Rapids is an excellent variety for multiple “cut and grow again” harvests. Its adaptability also makes it a fantastic choice for successful indoor growing, ensuring a continuous supply outside of the normal growing season.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Heirloom Vegetable (Leaf Type)
- Fruit: Crispy, succulent, light green leaves
- Features: A classic since the late 1800s; excellent for “cut and grow again” harvesting; suitable for indoor growing.
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 as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring, then every two weeks thereafter to ensure a continuous supply. Sow about 3 mm deep in rows 45 cm apart. For indoor growing, use a soilless (peat moss based) potting soil.
- Care: Lettuce is a sun-loving, cool-weather crop that grows best in organic, well-drained soil. An even supply of moisture during the entire growth period is imperative for success. For indoor growing, use a water-soluble 20-20-20 fertilizer every two weeks to promote strong growth.
- Harvesting: Harvest leaf lettuce by either pulling the entire plant or by cutting leaves from the main stem at least 2.5 cm above the base—this will allow the plant to sprout new leaves. Once the lettuce bolts (starts to produce a rapidly growing flower stem), leaves become bitter.
- Germination: Germination occurs in 7-10 days.
Why Grand Rapids Lettuce Seeds belong in Your Garden
For a regal and reliable harvest, Grand Rapids is a truly essential addition. Its dependable performance and delicate flavour have secured its place as a classic for over a century. Its ability to be grown year-round, both outdoors and in a light garden or sunny window, makes it an especially versatile and rewarding choice.
