Astéracées • Lactuca sativa var. crispa

Black Seeded Simpson Leaf Lettuce - Organic

"A tender and crisp lettuce, perfect for cool, sunny gardens."

$4.49

Number of seeds

Originating in Europe, Black Seeded Simpson leaf lettuce is an heirloom variety prized for its finely serrated leaves and rapid growth. It is distinguished by its light green leaves with a delicate texture and its spreading habit, offering an early harvest ideal for temperate climates.

In the garden, this lettuce is generous and easy to grow, perfect for topping salads and fresh plates. Its early maturity and tenderness make it a favorite variety among gardeners looking for delicate flavors right from the start of the season.

  • Growing climate: Temperate to cool climate
  • Sowing difficulty level: Easy
  • Care required: Occasional

Note: prefers cool, moist soil and does not tolerate intense heat well.

  • Eaten raw in salads for its tender texture and mild taste.
  • Can be served with sandwiches and wraps.
  • Store in a cool place for optimal preservation; consume quickly to maintain freshness and crispness.
Black Seeded Simpson Leaf Lettuce - Organic

Black Seeded Simpson Leaf Lettuce - Organic

$4.49

$4.49

écoumene seeding advice

Seeding type

Indoor and outdoor seeding

Germination time

3-10 days

Germination temperature

15° to 20° Celsius

Sowing depth

Surface sowing - without covering the soil

Transplantation

Easy transplantation

Technical

Seeding in clusters

Growing conditions

Number of days to maturity

Harvest at ± 45 days

Hardiness zone

Zone-3b

Distance between plants

20 cm

Distance between rows

30 cm

Optimal brightness

Sun plant that tolerates light shade

Soil texture

Loose (silty) soil

Soil moisture

Cool, well-drained soil

Soil fertility

Plant demanding in bacteria-dominant compost

optimal soil pH

Low acidic pH

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