Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce (Lactuca sativa ‘Black Seeded Simpson’)

Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Black Seeded Simpson') is a classic heirloom leaf lettuce that has been a favourite among home gardeners for generations. Renowned for its fast growth, tender texture, and sweet, mild flavour, this reliable variety produces large, loose heads of beautifully frilled, lime-green leaves that can be harvested over an extended season. Its exceptional productivity and ability to regrow after harvesting make it one of the best lettuces for continuous fresh salads throughout the growing season.

The crisp, delicate leaves are ideal for salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, tacos, and fresh garnishes. Unlike head lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson can be harvested leaf by leaf, allowing the plant to continue producing fresh foliage for weeks. It performs especially well during the cool temperatures of spring and fall, producing the sweetest, most tender leaves before the heat of summer arrives.

Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce performs beautifully in vegetable gardens, raised beds, cold frames, greenhouse beds, and patio containers. Its compact growth also makes it an excellent choice for succession planting and small-space edible gardens, providing repeated harvests throughout Alberta's growing season.