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Great Lakes 118 Lettuce

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Great Lakes 118 Lettuce seeds

75 Days

50 Seeds

Introduced in 1948 by Associated Seed Growers in New Haven, Connecticut, this iceberg type lettuce produces large, crisp, medium green coloured heads of crumpled, thick, glossy leaves.. Heat
resistant and very hardy, this head lettuce is great for sandwiches, hand held lettuce wraps and salads.

Growing Directions

Sow seeds 1/8” deep, 8” part in full or partial sun when ground is warm and all chance of frost has past. Benefits from compost amended soil and consistent watering.

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Lolla Rossa Lettuce

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 Lolla Rossa Lettuce seeds

55 Days

50 Seeds

First cultivated by the Egyptians and then thought to be grown by Italians, Lolla Rossa’s mild flavour, beautiful colour, great texture and frilly leaves make it a hit at Farmer’s Markets and with gourmet
chef’s everywhere. The leaves can be completely harvested down to a couple of inches and will regrow time after time. This slow to bolt variety is tolerant of extreme weather and is easy to grow anywhere.

Growing Directions

Sow seeds 1/4″ deep, 6″ apart, in full sun or partial shade when all chance of frost has past. Benefits from organic compost amended soil. Cut leaves off, while still leaving 2″ left above ground and it will
regrow a new crop.

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Tennis Ball Lettuce

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55 Days

50 Seeds

This lettuce is documented to have been a favorite of the avid horticulturist and 3rd President, Thomas Jefferson at his home in Monticello, Virginia in the late 1700’s. This true black seeded strain of Butterhead type lettuce, produces 6-8″ heads of delicious, buttery, silky loose leaves that will keep you coming back for more and more. Fantastic for small spaces or container gardening.

Growing Directions

Sow seeds 1/4″ deep, 3″ apart in full sun or partial shade, when ground is warm and all chance of frost has past. Thin to 6-8″ apart. Plants will benefit from a manure or organic compost and continual watering. Harvest small leaves often or wait and harvest whole head. Extreme heat may turn leaves bitter.

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Parris Island Cos Lettuce

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Parris-Island-Cos-Lettuce-seeds

65 Days

50 seeds

This Romaine type lettuce is named after Parris Island, across the Broad River from the famous Hilton Head Island on the South Carolina coast. This delicious, crunchy, sweet lettuce is great for Caesar salad, wraps, sandwiches and even for scooping your favorite dips. Disease tolerant and slow to bolt are among some of the reasons gardeners have loved this lettuce since its retail debut in 1951.

Growing Directions

Sow seeds 1/4″ deep, 2″ apart when ground is warm and all chance of frost has past. For best results plant in spring and fall or for midsummer in an area where it will receive afternoon shade. Thin to 6″. Harvest outside leaves for a prolonged harvest, or harvest the whole head. Plants will benefit from an organic compost or manure.

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Tom Thumb Lettuce

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Lactuca sativa

50 Days

50 Seeds

Tom Thumb Lettuce dates back to 1850 and originated in the UK . Medium green Butter type lettuce produces small 4-6″ heads of tender, buttery, silky smooth leaves, perfect for a single serving salad. The whole head is often harvested and placed on a plate and covered with dressing.

Growing Directions

Sow seeds 1/4″ deep, 3″ apart in full sun or partial shade, when ground is warm and all chance of frost has past. For best results plant in spring and fall or for midsummer in an area where it will receive afternoon shade. Thin to 6-8″ apart. Plants will benefit from a manure or organic compost and continual watering. Harvest small leaves often or wait and harvest whole head. Extreme heat may turn leaves bitter.