Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite'
Lettuce
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Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite') - Description
Lettuce 'Simpson Elite' (Looseleaf) is fast-growing, tender, colorful, and tolerant of hot weather. Similar to Black Seeded Simpson; this lettuce can be harvested a month longer, and won't get bitter. Plant early in spring, and repeat every two weeks into fall for a full season harvest. Protect from heat with shade cloth if in an excessively hot location, and give fertile soil and ample water. Get ready to harvest this lettuce in a mere 45 days!
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite') - Blooming
Unless you are allowing the lettuce plants to set seed for seed harvesting, you should not allow the plants to flower. Blooms dense clusters of small yellow flowers.
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite') - Growth
Widely variable, leafy, cool-season annuals. Grows best in full sun. The leaves are edible and can mature into a range of colors and forms.
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite') - Planting
Sow when threat of frost has passed. Sow seeds directly into the ground in early spring. Cover seeds with a light layer of soil. Provide at least 4" of space between seedlings.
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite') - Pest
Earwigs, snails and slugs need to be controlled for.
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite') - Interesting facts
Lettuces are in the same plant family as the sunflower and dandelion. Although they may not look similar from their foliar characteristics, their flowers look very similar. There are around 100 species of Lactuca.
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa 'Simpson Elite') - Soil and irrigation
Needs well-draining soils that have high air porosity. Does best in highly organic, garden soil.
