{"product_id":"black-seeded-simpson-lettuce-seeds","title":"Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Seeded Simpson (\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a beloved heirloom green leaf lettuce with light, crinkled leaves and a crisp, sweet flavor. These Simpson green leaf lettuce seeds grow fast and abundantly, making them one of the earliest and easiest lettuces for the spring garden. It has been a home-garden standard since the 1800s for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for beginners and busy gardeners who want a quick, reliable harvest, and for cooks who love tender, mild leaves for everyday salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow 2-4 weeks before your last spring frost, or start indoors 4 weeks earlier. Sow 1\/4 inch deep and thin to 6-10 inches apart. Simpson likes full sun to part shade and cool weather, growing well in USDA zones 4-9. Sow in succession every 2-3 weeks for a continuous supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBaby leaves are ready in about 28 days, full plants in 45 days, among the fastest of all lettuces. Pick outer leaves as needed for repeated cuttings, or harvest the whole plant at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tender, ruffled leaves are ideal for mixed salads and sandwiches and are a natural for quick, cut-and-come-again harvests all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e New to this variety? Read our full guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/green-leaf-lettuce\"\u003eHow to Grow Green Leaf Lettuce From Seed\u003c\/a\u003e, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"1.5G","offer_id":45319545716943,"sku":"ORIGLS_04_18","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3G","offer_id":45319545749711,"sku":"ORIGLS_04_19","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Lettuce-Simpson-Green-Leaf-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266957386.png?v=1783463427","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/black-seeded-simpson-lettuce-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}