{"product_id":"organic-black-seeded-simpson-lettuce","title":"Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce, originating from the United States, is a widely acclaimed heirloom lettuce variety, scientifically known as Lactuca sativa. Revered for its tender, delicate leaves and rich flavor, it has been a favorite among gardeners and salad enthusiasts for generations. This lettuce variety displays loose, frilly leaves with a bright green hue, providing an aesthetically pleasing addition to gardens. Its leaves, typically large and broad, offer a delightful contrast against darker greens or other vegetables, enhancing the visual appeal of salads and culinary presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lettuce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce, originating from the United States, is a widely acclaimed heirloom lettuce variety, scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-Pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall or Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct Sow or Start Indoors \u0026amp; Transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.1 - 6.5 or 6.6 - 7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded USDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare a fine seedbed for Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce and keep the shallow sowing zone evenly moist while seedlings emerge. Thin according to the intended harvest stage: closer spacing can suit young leaves, while mature heads need more room. In warming weather, evaluate soil moisture and plant condition frequently instead of following a universal schedule. Pick outer leaves or cut mature plants at the stage you prefer. Record sowing and harvest dates to refine timing for the next planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore sowing Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore related options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lettuce-seeds\"\u003eLettuce Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Diego Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40338278908017,"sku":"SNV1000","price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/SNV1000-OrganicBlackSeededSimpsonLettuce-Seedpack.jpg?v=1747081095","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/organic-black-seeded-simpson-lettuce","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}