Lettuce- Black Seeded

Description

Black Seeded Lettuce is a reliable, cool-season leafy green known for its crisp texture and mild flavor. It’s perfect for salad bowls or sandwiches. With its dark, greenish-brown leaves, this variety adds beauty to your garden while producing abundant, tender leaves that thrive in cooler weather.

Features:

Mild Flavor: Crisp, tender, and slightly sweet, perfect for fresh salads.

Cold-Hardy: Ideal for early spring and fall plantings, tolerates cooler temperatures.

Quick Growing: Germinates quickly and provides fast-growing leafy greens.

Easy to Grow: A great option for gardeners of all skill levels.

Planting Instructions:

Sow Time: Start seeds directly in the garden after the last frost for spring planting or in late summer for fall harvests.

Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, moist, fertile soil rich in organic matter.

Spacing: Plant seeds about 1 inch apart, thinning to around 6–8 inches between plants.

Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged to ensure steady growth. Lettuce requires consistent moisture to prevent bitterness.

Care Tips:

Lettuce grows best in cooler temperatures, ideally between 55°F and 75°F.

Thin young seedlings to avoid overcrowding and promote good airflow.

Fertilize with a light, balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf growth.