Lettuce Leaf Black Sd Simpson Org

Since 1850, Black Seeded Simpson has been a garden favorite for quality, texture, and flavor. Full-sized, frilly leaves can be picked in just over a month, and baby greens can be harvested in 3 weeks! Withstands hot, dry conditions and light frosts better than other varieties. This packet sows up to 138 feet.

When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED.

2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 40F, ideally 60-70F.

Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 4 to 6 weeks before your average first fall frost date.

Mild Climates: Sow in fall and winter for cool-season harvests.

When to start inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, and in summer when soil temperatures are too warm (above 80F) to germinate lettuce seed.

Special germination instructions: Light aids germination; sow shallowly.