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Black Seeded Simpson Leaf Lettuce Seeds
Best choice for gardeners seeking fast-growing, heat-tolerant salad greens.
Discover the classic 'Black Seeded Simpson' leaf lettuce, a garden favorite since 1850. This organic, open-pollinated variety offers frilly, light green leaves with a delightful texture and flavor. Enjoy baby greens in about three weeks or full-sized leaves in just over a month. It's remarkably resilient, tolerating hot, dry conditions and light frosts better than many other types. Growing to 8 inches tall and 10 inches wide, it's perfect for continuous harvesting of fresh salad greens.
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Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Seed Weight
0.75
/ g
Who it's for
- Impatient gardeners seeking quick baby leaf harvests
- Home cooks wanting a continuous supply of fresh greens
- Gardeners in warmer climates needing heat-resistant varieties
Who should skip it
- Shoppers looking for greens with long refrigerator shelf life
- Salad lovers preferring crunchy textures for sandwiches
- Gardeners unwilling to manage frequent pest monitoring
Performance breakdown
Harvest Speed
Rapid growth cycle delivers fresh baby greens in just three weeks.
Climate Resilience
Handles heat and light frost better than most lettuce varieties.
Yield Consistency
Ideal for continuous harvesting throughout the spring and fall seasons.
Seed Quality
Certified organic and non-GMO seeds ensure reliable, clean garden performance.
Ease of Cultivation
Simple surface-sowing requirements make this perfect for beginner gardeners.
Flavor Profile
Classic crisp texture provides a reliable foundation for any salad.
Key Specs
Seed Weight
0.75 g
Days to Maturity
21 – 40 days
Days to Emerge
5–10 days
Seed Depth
Surface to 1/8 inch
Plant Dimensions
8 inches tall, 10 inches wide
Botanical Name
Lactuca sativa
Life Cycle
Annual
Organic
Yes
Features
- Excellent heat and frost tolerance
- Quick maturity for fast harvests
- Frilly leaves with crisp centers
- Suitable for continuous picking
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- Certified organic seed variety
- Resilient in hot, dry conditions
What customers say
Gardeners consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of these Black Seeded Simpson lettuce seeds, noting near perfect germination. Users find the seeds incredibly easy to grow, quickly producing tender, flavorful leaves. This dependable performance makes them a favorite for successive planting throughout the growing season. Consumers feel confident in the product's consistent ability to deliver a robust harvest, confirming the strong value proposition for any garden.
Know before you buy
You can begin harvesting baby greens in as little as 21 days. For full-sized leaves, expect to wait about 40 days.
Yes, this variety is known for its resilience. It handles heat and dry conditions better than many other lettuce types, though it still performs best with consistent moisture.
Sow the seeds at a shallow depth, ranging from the surface to 1/8 inch deep. Lettuce seeds require a bit of light to germinate effectively.
Absolutely. You can harvest the outer leaves as the plant grows, allowing the center to continue producing fresh greens throughout the season.
It thrives in both full sun and partial sun. If you live in a particularly hot climate, a spot with some afternoon shade can help extend your harvest window.
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