BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON(100 seeds)

Early large loose leaf variety, with crinkly, juicy sweet light green leaves that are full of flavour. Sow early spring (when the ground has warmed up) to early summer and late summer for autumn harvest. Grow indoors or outdoors. 

 Lettuce requires a rich, well-drained soil with constant moisture, it dislikes acidity. Sow all year, avoiding very hot or cold periods. Select varieties for the time of year. Avoid growing solid hearting varieties during hot weather, as they are prone to bolt or to bacterial diseases. Seed will not germinate over 30ºC. The best germination is at a soil temperature of 20ºC. In the warmer months chilling the lettuce seed in the fridge for a few days before sowing will improve germination. Direct sow or sow into seedling trays for later transplanting. Cover seed lightly to 5-8 mm deep, firm down and keep moist. Space plants 20-30 cm apart. Prepare soil with compost or well-rotted manure and added potash, feed regularly with liquid manure, mulch well. Avoid watering in the heat of the day. Growing under shadecloth is beneficial in hot areas. Select a suitable variety to sow in any season.