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🥗 Tom Thumb Bibb Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) The Iconic "Tennis Ball" Heirloom for Small Spaces Experience the charm and flavor of one of the oldest American lettuces with Tom Thumb. True to its name, this petite Butterhead (Bibb) variety produces compact, miniature heads that are roughly the size of a tennis ball—about 4 to 5 inches across. Known for its succulent, buttery texture and a sweet, crisp heart, Tom Thumb is the ultimate "single-serving" lettuce. Whether you are an urban gardener with limited space or a gourmet chef looking for the perfect individual salad head, this heirloom treasure is a garden essential. 📜 Historical Heritage: America’s Oldest Survivor Tom Thumb is not just a garden plant; it is a living piece of horticultural history. It is widely considered the oldest American lettuce variety still in commercial production today. While its exact origins are shrouded in 18th-century mystery, it was officially documented and popularized in the 1850s. By the 1860s, it was a staple in the famous seed catalogs of the era, prized by Victorian gardeners who valued "fancy" vegetables that could be grown in small "cloches" or cold frames. Its diminutive size made it a sensation because it allowed for a high-density harvest long before the concept of "square-foot gardening" existed. To plant Tom Thumb is to grow the same sweet, crunchy heads that have graced American dinner tables for over 170 years. ✨ Product Highlights The Ultimate Space-Saver: Its tiny footprint makes it the premier choice for window boxes, patio containers, and urban raised beds. Gourmet "Single-Serving" Heads: Each head is perfectly sized to serve one person, making for a professional and elegant plate presentation. Buttery & Sweet: Features a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a compact, blanched heart that is never bitter. Surprising Resilience: Despite its delicate appearance, Tom Thumb is remarkably heat-tolerant for a butterhead lettuce and resists bolting better than many larger varieties. Fast to Mature: One of the quickest "heading" lettuces you can grow, going from seed to harvest in as little as 50 days. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Type Heirloom Butterhead / Bibb Days to Maturity 50–60 Days Size 4 to 5 inches (Tennis ball size) Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Growth Habit Very Compact, Mounding Texture Buttery, Crisp Heart 🌱 How to Grow Tom Thumb Bibb Lettuce 1. Sowing the Seeds (Light is Essential):Lettuce seeds require light to trigger germination. When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. For a fall harvest, sow again 6–8 weeks before the first frost. Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly with 1/8 inch of soil. Germination: Expect sprouts in 7–14 days. 2. The Best Spot:Tom Thumb loves rich, moist soil with plenty of organic matter. Because of its small size, it is prone to drying out faster than larger plants; ensure it is planted in a spot with excellent drainage but consistent moisture. 3. Maintenance for the "Perfect Head": Spacing: This is the magic of Tom Thumb! You can space plants as close as 6 inches apart. Watering: Water at the base of the plant. Butterhead lettuces can trap moisture in their tightly folded leaves, so avoid overhead watering to prevent rot. Container Gardening: Use a high-quality potting mix. You can easily grow 3 to 4 heads in a standard 12-inch patio pot. 🍴 Culinary Inspiration: The Whole-Head Salad For a stunning dinner party presentation, serve the heads of Tom Thumb whole. Slice a small amount off the bottom of the stem so the head stands upright on a plate. Gently pull back the outer leaves to resemble a blooming flower, and drizzle with a light lemon-shallot vinaigrette. Garden Tip: If you are growing in a hot climate, give Tom Thumb a bit of afternoon shade. The cooler you can keep the roots, the sweeter and more buttery those "tennis ball" heads will be! 🥗🧺✨

<h2 data-line="0" id="🥗 Tom Thumb Bibb Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)">🥗 Tom Thumb Bibb Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)</h2>
The Iconic "Tennis Ball" Heirloom for Small Spaces
Experience the charm and flavor of one of the oldest American lettuces with Tom Thumb. True to its name, this petite Butterhead (Bibb) variety produces compact, miniature heads that are roughly the size of a tennis ball—about 4 to 5 inches across. Known for its succulent, buttery texture and a sweet, crisp heart, Tom Thumb is the ultimate "single-serving" lettuce. Whether you are an urban gardener with limited space or a gourmet chef looking for the perfect individual salad head, this heirloom treasure is a garden essential.
<hr data-line="5">
<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage: America’s Oldest Survivor">📜 Historical Heritage: America’s Oldest Survivor</h3>
Tom Thumb is not just a garden plant; it is a living piece of horticultural history. It is widely considered the oldest American lettuce variety still in commercial production today.
While its exact origins are shrouded in 18th-century mystery, it was officially documented and popularized in the 1850s. By the 1860s, it was a staple in the famous seed catalogs of the era, prized by Victorian gardeners who valued "fancy" vegetables that could be grown in small "cloches" or cold frames. Its diminutive size made it a sensation because it allowed for a high-density harvest long before the concept of "square-foot gardening" existed. To plant Tom Thumb is to grow the same sweet, crunchy heads that have graced American dinner tables for over 170 years.
<hr data-line="12">
<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
The Ultimate Space-Saver: Its tiny footprint makes it the premier choice for window boxes, patio containers, and urban raised beds.
</li>
<li data-line="16">
Gourmet "Single-Serving" Heads: Each head is perfectly sized to serve one person, making for a professional and elegant plate presentation.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Buttery &amp; Sweet: Features a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a compact, blanched heart that is never bitter.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Surprising Resilience: Despite its delicate appearance, Tom Thumb is remarkably heat-tolerant for a butterhead lettuce and resists bolting better than many larger varieties.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Fast to Mature: One of the quickest "heading" lettuces you can grow, going from seed to harvest in as little as 50 days.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="21">
<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="24">
<thead data-line="24">
<tr data-line="24">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Type</td>
<td>Heirloom Butterhead / Bibb</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>50–60 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Size</td>
<td>4 to 5 inches (Tennis ball size)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Very Compact, Mounding</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Texture</td>
<td>Buttery, Crisp Heart</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="33">
<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow Tom Thumb Bibb Lettuce">🌱 How to Grow Tom Thumb Bibb Lettuce</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds (Light is Essential): Lettuce seeds require light to trigger germination.
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<li data-line="39">
When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. For a fall harvest, sow again 6–8 weeks before the first frost.</li>
<li data-line="40">
Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly with 1/8 inch of soil.</li>
<li data-line="41">
Germination: Expect sprouts in 7–14 days.</li>
</ul>
2. The Best Spot: Tom Thumb loves rich, moist soil with plenty of organic matter. Because of its small size, it is prone to drying out faster than larger plants; ensure it is planted in a spot with excellent drainage but consistent moisture.
3. Maintenance for the "Perfect Head":
<ul data-line="47">
<li data-line="47">
Spacing: This is the magic of Tom Thumb! You can space plants as close as 6 inches apart.</li>
<li data-line="48">
Watering: Water at the base of the plant. Butterhead lettuces can trap moisture in their tightly folded leaves, so avoid overhead watering to prevent rot.</li>
<li data-line="49">
Container Gardening: Use a high-quality potting mix. You can easily grow 3 to 4 heads in a standard 12-inch patio pot.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="51">
<h3 data-line="53" id="🍴 Culinary Inspiration: The Whole-Head Salad">🍴 Culinary Inspiration: The Whole-Head Salad</h3>
For a stunning dinner party presentation, serve the heads of Tom Thumb whole. Slice a small amount off the bottom of the stem so the head stands upright on a plate. Gently pull back the outer leaves to resemble a blooming flower, and drizzle with a light lemon-shallot vinaigrette.
<blockquote data-line="56">
Garden Tip: If you are growing in a hot climate, give Tom Thumb a bit of afternoon shade. The cooler you can keep the roots, the sweeter and more buttery those "tennis ball" heads will be! 🥗🧺✨
</blockquote>

Tom Thumb Bibb Lettuce (Butterhead), pre-1850 Heirloom, Organic options available

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - ~400-500 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack - 125 Seeds

🥗 Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) The "Red of Winter" French Heirloom Add a touch of Parisian elegance and legendary resilience to your garden with Rouge d'Hiver. This stunning Romaine (Cos) lettuce is famous for its broad, buttery leaves that transition from a vibrant green at the base to a deep, burnished mahogany-red at the tips. While most lettuces flee at the first sign of frost, Rouge d'Hiver lives up to its name, thriving in the cold and providing fresh, gourmet salads long after other varieties have faded. 📜 Historical Heritage: A French Legacy The story of Rouge d'Hiver (literally translated as "Red of Winter") begins in the historic market gardens of France. It is a pre-1885 heirloom that was famously documented in the seminal horticultural text The Vegetable Garden (1885) by the legendary French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux. Historically, it was bred specifically for the European "winter market." French gardeners perfected this variety to be grown under "cloches" (glass bells) or in cold frames during the damp, chilly winters of Paris and the surrounding countryside. Because of its incredible ability to withstand frost without losing its sweet, non-bitter flavor, it became the gold standard for fresh greens in the off-season. Today, it remains a favorite of "Slow Food" enthusiasts and market gardeners for its vintage pedigree and unparalleled cold tolerance. ✨ Product Highlights Exceptional Cold Hardiness: One of the most frost-tolerant lettuces available; it can often survive temperatures as low as 15–20°F with minimal protection. Gourmet Flavor & Texture: Unlike the stiff, fibrous Romaine found in grocery stores, Rouge d'Hiver is remarkably tender with a sweet, buttery crunch. Visual Showstopper: The deep bronze-red tips provide a stunning color contrast in salads and look beautiful as an ornamental border in the garden. Versatile Harvest: Can be harvested as "baby greens" in just 4 weeks or allowed to mature into full, semi-open heads. Bolt Resistant: While it loves the cold, it is surprisingly slow to bolt (go to seed) when the temperatures begin to rise in late spring. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Type Heirloom Romaine (Cos) Days to Maturity 30 (Baby) / 60 (Full Head) Color Green with Bronze-Red tips Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Hardiness Excellent Cold Tolerance Growth Habit Semi-open, upright head 🌱 How to Grow Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce 1. Sowing the Seeds:Lettuce seeds are small and prefer cool soil to germinate. When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for a fall/winter harvest. Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep. Tip: Lettuce seeds require light to stimulate germination; do not bury them deeply. Just a light dusting of soil or vermiculite is perfect. 2. The Perfect Location:Rouge d'Hiver thrives in rich, moist, well-draining soil. In the heat of summer, it appreciates Partial Shade to keep the leaves cool and sweet. In the fall and winter, plant it in the brightest spot available to maximize light absorption. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: Thin seedlings to 8–10 inches apart for full heads, or sow thickly for "cut-and-come-again" baby greens. Watering: Lettuce has shallow roots. Keep the soil consistently moist. If the soil dries out, the leaves can become bitter. Mulching: A thin layer of straw or compost around the plants will keep the roots cool and prevent soil from splashing onto the leaves. 🍴 Culinary Inspiration The broad, sturdy leaves of Rouge d'Hiver are perfect for wraps and tacos. Because of its Romaine heritage, it holds up beautifully to heavier dressings like Caesar or creamy balsamic. For a truly French experience, toss the leaves with a simple vinaigrette of Dijon mustard, shallots, and walnut oil. Garden Tip: If you are expecting a hard freeze, cover your Rouge d'Hiver with a simple frost blanket or a clear plastic tunnel. You’ll be amazed to find perfectly crisp, red-tipped leaves ready for harvest even when the rest of the garden is sleeping! ❄️🇫🇷🥗

<h2 data-line="0" id="🥗 Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)">🥗 Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)</h2>
The "Red of Winter" French Heirloom
Add a touch of Parisian elegance and legendary resilience to your garden with Rouge d'Hiver. This stunning Romaine (Cos) lettuce is famous for its broad, buttery leaves that transition from a vibrant green at the base to a deep, burnished mahogany-red at the tips. While most lettuces flee at the first sign of frost, Rouge d'Hiver lives up to its name, thriving in the cold and providing fresh, gourmet salads long after other varieties have faded.
<hr data-line="5">
<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage: A French Legacy">📜 Historical Heritage: A French Legacy</h3>
The story of Rouge d'Hiver (literally translated as "Red of Winter") begins in the historic market gardens of France. It is a pre-1885 heirloom that was famously documented in the seminal horticultural text The Vegetable Garden (1885) by the legendary French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux.
Historically, it was bred specifically for the European "winter market." French gardeners perfected this variety to be grown under "cloches" (glass bells) or in cold frames during the damp, chilly winters of Paris and the surrounding countryside. Because of its incredible ability to withstand frost without losing its sweet, non-bitter flavor, it became the gold standard for fresh greens in the off-season. Today, it remains a favorite of "Slow Food" enthusiasts and market gardeners for its vintage pedigree and unparalleled cold tolerance.
<hr data-line="12">
<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
Exceptional Cold Hardiness: One of the most frost-tolerant lettuces available; it can often survive temperatures as low as 15–20°F with minimal protection.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Gourmet Flavor &amp; Texture: Unlike the stiff, fibrous Romaine found in grocery stores, Rouge d'Hiver is remarkably tender with a sweet, buttery crunch.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Visual Showstopper: The deep bronze-red tips provide a stunning color contrast in salads and look beautiful as an ornamental border in the garden.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Versatile Harvest: Can be harvested as "baby greens" in just 4 weeks or allowed to mature into full, semi-open heads.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Bolt Resistant: While it loves the cold, it is surprisingly slow to bolt (go to seed) when the temperatures begin to rise in late spring.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="21">
<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="24">
<thead data-line="24">
<tr data-line="24">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Type</td>
<td>Heirloom Romaine (Cos)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>30 (Baby) / 60 (Full Head)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Color</td>
<td>Green with Bronze-Red tips</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Hardiness</td>
<td>Excellent Cold Tolerance</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Semi-open, upright head</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="33">
<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce">🌱 How to Grow Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Lettuce seeds are small and prefer cool soil to germinate.
<ul data-line="39">
<li data-line="39">
When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for a fall/winter harvest.</li>
<li data-line="40">
Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="41">
Tip: Lettuce seeds require light to stimulate germination; do not bury them deeply. Just a light dusting of soil or vermiculite is perfect.</li>
</ul>
2. The Perfect Location: Rouge d'Hiver thrives in rich, moist, well-draining soil. In the heat of summer, it appreciates Partial Shade to keep the leaves cool and sweet. In the fall and winter, plant it in the brightest spot available to maximize light absorption.
3. Maintenance:
<ul data-line="47">
<li data-line="47">
Spacing: Thin seedlings to 8–10 inches apart for full heads, or sow thickly for "cut-and-come-again" baby greens.</li>
<li data-line="48">
Watering: Lettuce has shallow roots. Keep the soil consistently moist. If the soil dries out, the leaves can become bitter.</li>
<li data-line="49">
Mulching: A thin layer of straw or compost around the plants will keep the roots cool and prevent soil from splashing onto the leaves.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="51">
<h3 data-line="53" id="🍴 Culinary Inspiration">🍴 Culinary Inspiration</h3>
The broad, sturdy leaves of Rouge d'Hiver are perfect for wraps and tacos. Because of its Romaine heritage, it holds up beautifully to heavier dressings like Caesar or creamy balsamic. For a truly French experience, toss the leaves with a simple vinaigrette of Dijon mustard, shallots, and walnut oil.
<blockquote data-line="56">
Garden Tip: If you are expecting a hard freeze, cover your Rouge d'Hiver with a simple frost blanket or a clear plastic tunnel. You’ll be amazed to find perfectly crisp, red-tipped leaves ready for harvest even when the rest of the garden is sleeping! ❄️🇫🇷🥗
</blockquote>

Rouge D'Hiver Lettuce, 1840 French Heirloom, Organic, Ark of the Taste Variety

Firefly Farm Minipacks (0.125 g) ~100 Seeds

Firefly Farm Organic Seed 0.875g (~700 Seeds)

High Mowing Organic Seed 0.875g (~700 Seeds)

Seedsaver's is letting this one rest this year. We are testing our seed of what we grew this summer as we are growing out select varieties on the Ark of the Taste Foods. The Seed Savers Exchange - From the family of George Admire (1822-1911) a Civil War veteran who migrated west to Putnam County, Missouri during the 1850s. Bronze-tinged leaves form large loose heads. Mild flavor, slow to bolt, even in extreme heat. Butterhead, 60 days. Characteristics: Organic Bronze-tinged leaves Slow to bolt, even in extreme heat Butterhead lettuce 60 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Seedsaver's is letting this one rest this year. We are testing our seed of what we grew this summer as we are growing out select varieties on the Ark of the Taste Foods.
The Seed Savers Exchange - From the family of George Admire (1822-1911) a Civil War veteran who migrated west to Putnam County, Missouri during the 1850s. Bronze-tinged leaves form large loose heads. Mild flavor, slow to bolt, even in extreme heat. Butterhead, 60 days. 
Characteristics:
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Bronze-tinged leaves</li>
<li>Slow to bolt, even in extreme heat</li>
<li>Butterhead lettuce</li>
<li>60 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Grandpa Admire's Lettuce, 1800's Heirloom, Organic

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The Seed Savers Exchange - Lime-green leaves are strikingly frilled, curly, and crinkled. Adds unique texture to salads. Holds without bolting for an extended period. Mild, fresh flavor. Characteristics: Best Seller Organic Mild, fresh flavor Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come again 50-60 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Lime-green leaves are strikingly frilled, curly, and crinkled. Adds unique texture to salads. Holds without bolting for an extended period. Mild, fresh flavor. 
Characteristics: 
<li>
Best Seller 
</li>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Mild, fresh flavor</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come again</li>
<li>50-60 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Gold Rush Lettuce, Organic

Seed Exchange - Tres Fine Maraichere Endive is quick growing miniature French “frisée” type endive. Narrow finely curled leaves can be grown for baby leaves or larger mature leaves. The excellent delicate flavor when harvested young. 30 days baby greens, 50 days mature.(Cichorium endivia) Quick growing Frisee leaves Delicate flavor 30 days baby greens, 50 days mature Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Plant out when a light frost is still possible. Can also be directly sown outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant closer together or cover centers for well-blanched, tender stems. Sow indoors 5-6 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 5-7 days Plant 4-6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Seed Exchange - Tres Fine Maraichere Endive is quick growing miniature French “frisée” type endive. Narrow finely curled leaves can be grown for baby leaves or larger mature leaves. The excellent delicate flavor when harvested young. 30 days baby greens, 50 days mature.(Cichorium endivia) 
<ul>
<li>Quick growing</li>
<li>Frisee leaves</li>
<li>Delicate flavor</li>
<li>30 days baby greens, 50 days mature</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Plant out when a light frost is still possible. Can also be directly sown outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant closer together or cover centers for well-blanched, tender stems.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 5-6 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinate 5-7 days</li>
<li>Plant 4-6" apart</li>
</ul>
 Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables">Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a>

Tres Fine Maraichere Endive

Seedsavers Exchange 100 Organic Seeds

Firefly Minipack 30 Seeds

The Seed Savers Exchange - Absolutely striking appearance. Tops of leaves are solid maroon, and the backs are green tinged with maroon. Seed Savers is proud to have reintroduced this variety in 2002. Characteristics: Organic Soft, frilled leaves are maroon and green Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come again 50 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Absolutely striking appearance. Tops of leaves are solid maroon, and the backs are green tinged with maroon. Seed Savers is proud to have reintroduced this variety in 2002. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Soft, frilled leaves are maroon and green</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come again</li>
<li>50 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Red Velvet Lettuce, Organic

We are waiting in this one to be in stock and are accepting orders. If your order is more than $20 we will ship this on out separately and not hold up the rest of your order. The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated to SSE in 2005 by Maynard Kropf, grandson of Amish Mennonites Samuel and Ella May Kropf. They acquired it circa 1930 from a man in Stewardson, Illinois, and it became a family favorite. Tender green softball-sized heads with round leaves and a pleasantly sweet flavor. Butterhead, 50-60 days. Characteristics: Organic Heads grow to the size of a softball Soft texture and sweet flavor Butterhead lettuce 50-60 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Ella Kropf Lettuce, pre 1930 Heirloom, Organic

The New Living Seed Company - This prolific Mediterranean green enjoys cooler weather while exhibiting delicious mild spicy flavors. Known to be hardy and fast growing, this green is quick to offer you accents in your salad, on your sandwich or even alone. Organic Tasty, spicy leaves Slow to bolt 21 days for baby greens, 45 days for full size Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Planting Depth 1/4" Germination 5-7 days Thin 1-6" apart

The New Living Seed Company - This prolific Mediterranean green enjoys cooler weather while exhibiting delicious mild spicy flavors. Known to be hardy and fast growing, this green is quick to offer you accents in your salad, on your sandwich or even alone.
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Tasty, spicy leaves</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>21 days for baby greens, 45 days for full size </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Planting Depth 1/4"
Germination 5-7 days
Thin 1-6" apart

Arugula, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Craquerelle du Midi) Bred in England. Large dark green curled leaves form upright 8-10" heads. Sweet, crisp, and succulent. Slow to bolt in summer heat yet also cold tolerant. Characteristics: Organic Sweet, crisp heads grow to 8-10 inches Slow to bolt yet also cold tolerant Bibb-Romaine lettuce 55 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Craquerelle du Midi) Bred in England. Large dark green curled leaves form upright 8-10" heads. Sweet, crisp, and succulent. Slow to bolt in summer heat yet also cold tolerant. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Sweet, crisp heads grow to 8-10 inches</li>
<li>Slow to bolt yet also cold tolerant</li>
<li>Bibb-Romaine lettuce</li>
<li>55 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Winter Density Lettuce, Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful magenta leaves with tiny frills, light green bases. Mild flavor. Small 5-8" leaves. Excellent for cut-and-come-again lettuce when thickly sown. The leaves make a wonderful garnish. Looseleaf, 55 days. ±37,000 seeds/oz. Lollo Rossa is believed to be from the ancient Roman days and was gifted to Cleopatra. It was a beloved lettuce 5,000 years ago and still is today. A true heirloom that is timeless. Characteristics: Organic Magenta leaves with tiny frills Leaves grow to 5-8 inches Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 55 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful magenta leaves with tiny frills, light green bases. Mild flavor. Small 5-8" leaves. Excellent for cut-and-come-again lettuce when thickly sown. The leaves make a wonderful garnish. Looseleaf, 55 days. ±37,000 seeds/oz. 
Lollo Rossa is believed to be from the ancient Roman days and was gifted to Cleopatra.  It was a beloved lettuce 5,000 years ago and still is today. A true heirloom that is timeless.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Magenta leaves with tiny frills</li>
<li>Leaves grow to 5-8 inches</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>55 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Lolla Rossa Lettuce, 3100 BC Heirloom (5,000 years old), Organic

Seed Exchange - This spicy selection of greens will enliven a salad or add a dash of flavor to a sandwich. This delectable, colorful baby salad greens mix includes Tango and Speckled lettuce but raises the taste level with Red Russian kale, peppery arugula, endive, and Asian greens Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai and Mizuna. It can be used as a cut-and-come-again crop, or some plants can be left to grow and be eaten as they mature. Baby greens, 30 days. Characteristics: Organic SSE Exclusive Developed at SSE Cut-and-come-again greens Baby greens, 30 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Seed Exchange - This spicy selection of greens will enliven a salad or add a dash of flavor to a sandwich. This delectable, colorful baby salad greens mix includes Tango and Speckled lettuce but raises the taste level with Red Russian kale, peppery arugula, endive, and Asian greens Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai and Mizuna. It can be used as a cut-and-come-again crop, or some plants can be left to grow and be eaten as they mature. Baby greens, 30 days. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic </li>
<li>SSE Exclusive</li>
<li>Developed at SSE</li>
<li>Cut-and-come-again greens</li>
<li>Baby greens, 30 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 1" apart</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinate 7-14 days</li>
<li>Thin 6-8" apart</li>
</ul>
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Spicy Salad Mix, Spicy Greens, Organic

Seed Exchange - Also known as Erthel, this standout lettuce is one of the best romaine varieties. The tender lettuce leaves bear a striking resemblance to mint and offer both excellent lettuce flavor and classic romaine crispness. The compact heads grow upright to about 10" tall. Introduced by the British seed house Thompson & Morgan in 1978. Romaine, 45-55 days. Organic Light green, frilled-edge leaves Compact heads grow to 10 inches Romaine 45-55 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Seed Exchange - Also known as Erthel, this standout lettuce is one of the best romaine varieties. The tender lettuce leaves bear a striking resemblance to mint and offer both excellent lettuce flavor and classic romaine crispness. The compact heads grow upright to about 10" tall. Introduced by the British seed house Thompson &amp; Morgan in 1978. Romaine, 45-55 days. 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Light green, frilled-edge leaves</li>
<li>Compact heads grow to 10 inches</li>
<li>Romaine</li>
<li>45-55 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Crisp Mint Lettuce, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced in the mid 1940s by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Center in Beltsville, MD. Large thick clusters of light green frilled leaves are produced all summer. As its name suggests, this variety is very slow to bolt. Pleasing flavor, never bitter. Characteristics: Thick clusters of green, frilled leaves Good flavor, never bitter Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 45-55 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced in the mid 1940s by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Center in Beltsville, MD. Large thick clusters of light green frilled leaves are produced all summer. As its name suggests, this variety is very slow to bolt. Pleasing flavor, never bitter.  
Characteristics: 
<li>Thick clusters of green, frilled leaves</li>
<li>Good flavor, never bitter</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>45-55 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Slobolt Lettuce, 1940's Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - A widely adapted variety that has a tender texture and tangy flavor and is rich in vitamins. It’s often used in lettuce mixtures for market. Uniform, attractive plants form tight, erect rosettes. Deeply cut, pointed leaves. Very slow to bolt. The variety was introduced by W. Atlee Burpee Company in 1986. Characteristics: Organic Light green, pointed and frilled leaves Tender texture, tangy flavor Slow to bolt 45-60 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - A widely adapted variety that has a tender texture and tangy flavor and is rich in vitamins. It’s often used in lettuce mixtures for market. Uniform, attractive plants form tight, erect rosettes. Deeply cut, pointed leaves. Very slow to bolt. The variety was introduced by W. Atlee Burpee Company in 1986.  
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Light green, pointed and frilled leaves</li>
<li>Tender texture, tangy flavor</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>45-60 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds 
</li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Tango Lettuce (Looseleaf), 1986 Classic, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced to gardeners in 1988 by Harris Moran. Described as “distinctly red; slow bolting; a fast mover for markets demanding unique vegetables.” Although a relatively recent introduction, we offer this variety since it is a garden rarity. Characteristics: Soft texture Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come again 60 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced to gardeners in 1988 by Harris Moran. Described as “distinctly red; slow bolting; a fast mover for markets demanding unique vegetables.” Although a relatively recent introduction, we offer this variety since it is a garden rarity. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Soft texture</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come again</li>
<li>60 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Flame Lettuce (Looseleaf), 1988 Popular Favorite

The Seed Savers Exchange - This improved Dutch strain of garden arugula (also known as rocket) is noted for its lack of bitterness and its spicy, large, rounded leaves, which are high in vitamin C. This variety can be harvested three to five times per sowing, functioning like a cut-and-come-again crop. 40-45 days. Excellent flavor High in vitamin C Produces 3-5 cuttings Open-Pollinated 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Planting Depth: 1/4" Germination 5-7 days Thin 1-6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

The Seed Savers Exchange - This improved Dutch strain of garden arugula (also known as rocket) is noted for its lack of bitterness and its spicy, large, rounded leaves, which are high in vitamin C. This variety can be harvested three to five times per sowing, functioning like a cut-and-come-again crop. 40-45 days. 
<ul>
<li _msttexthash="292383" _msthash="98">Excellent flavor</li>
<li _msttexthash="250315" _msthash="99">High in vitamin C</li>
<li _msttexthash="392639" _msthash="100">Produces 3-5 cuttings</li>
<li _msttexthash="274404" _msthash="101">Open-Pollinated</li>
<li _msttexthash="94250" _msthash="102">500 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Germination 5-7 days
Thin 1-6" apart
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Apollo Arugula, Excellent Arugula Variety

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Eruca sativa) (aka Roquette or Rocket) This fast-growing, cool-season green of Mediterranean origin is ideal for salads, sandwiches, frittatas, and pizzas, and can be grown in partial shade. Its sharp, distinctive, nutty flavor is best when picked young. Self-sowing and relatively cold-tolerant. 40-45 days. ±11,000 seeds/oz Organic Also known as Roquette or Rocket Open Pollinated Sharp, distinctive nutty flavor Best when picked young 40-45 days 500 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun, or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Planting Depth: 1/4" Germination 5-7 days Thin 1-6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(Eruca sativa) (aka Roquette or Rocket) This fast-growing, cool-season green of Mediterranean origin is ideal for salads, sandwiches, frittatas, and pizzas, and can be grown in partial shade. Its sharp, distinctive, nutty flavor is best when picked young. Self-sowing and relatively cold-tolerant. 40-45 days. ±11,000 seeds/oz
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Also known as Roquette or Rocket</li>
<li>Open Pollinated</li>
<li>Sharp, distinctive nutty flavor</li>
<li>Best when picked young</li>
<li>40-45 days</li>
<li>500 seeds per packet 
</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun, or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Germination 5-7 days
Thin 1-6" apart
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Arugula, One of the truest varieties, Organic

Seed Exchange - An escarole-type endive, this versatile variety stands out in Italian cuisine and can be served either cooked or freshly picked. Round plants grow 5-8"" tall and 12-15" wide and have thick, green to yellow-green leaves that are tightly folded with a toothed margin and taste sweet (not bitter). A variety bearing this name has been shared through the Yearbook Exchange community for decades; this variety was acquired by Seed Savers Exchange in 1989 from Nichols Garden Nursery of Oregon. Organic. Organic Quick growing Escarole-type Sweet flavor Can be served cooked or freshly picked New for 2021 100 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Plant out when a light frost is still possible. Can also be directly sown outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant closer together or cover centers for well-blanched, tender stems. Sow indoors 5-6 weeks before the last frost Plant Outdoors: 6-8” Apart Germinate 5-7 days Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Seed Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">An escarole-type endive, this versatile variety stands out in Italian cuisine and can be served either cooked or freshly picked. Round plants grow 5-8"" tall and 12-15" wide and have thick, green to yellow-green leaves that are tightly folded with a toothed margin and taste sweet (not bitter). A variety bearing this name has been shared through the Yearbook Exchange community for decades; this variety was acquired by Seed Savers Exchange in 1989 from Nichols Garden Nursery of Oregon. Organic. 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Quick growing</li>
<li>Escarole-type</li>
<li>Sweet flavor</li>
<li>Can be served cooked or freshly picked</li>
<li>New for 2021</li>
<li>100 Seeds per packet</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Plant out when a light frost is still possible. Can also be directly sown outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant closer together or cover centers for well-blanched, tender stems.
Sow indoors 5-6 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">Plant Outdoors: 6-8” Apart
Germinate 5-7 days
Light: Full Sun 
 
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Pink Star Endive, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - an Australian variety from our friends at Digger’s Club near Melbourne. A very tender texture. Unique chartreuse color. Slow to bolt, large plants. Looseleaf, 50 days Characteristics: Australian heirloom Chartreuse leaves Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 50 days 250 seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - an <meta charset="utf-8">Australian variety from our friends at Digger’s Club near Melbourne. A very tender texture. Unique chartreuse color. Slow to bolt, large plants. Looseleaf, 50 days 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Australian heirloom</li>
<li>Chartreuse leaves</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>50 days</li>
<li>250 seeds </li>
</ul>
 Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Australian Yellowleaf Lettuce

The Seed Savers Exchange - A dwarf, compact version of Green Oakleaf. Tasty and tender medium green leaves are oakleaf-shaped with rounded lobes. Holds for an extended period. Looseleaf, 50 days. ±31,000 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Compact growth Medium green, oakleaf leaves Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 50 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">A dwarf, compact version of Green Oakleaf. Tasty and tender medium green leaves are oakleaf-shaped with rounded lobes. Holds for an extended period. Looseleaf, 50 days. ±31,000 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Compact growth</li>
<li>Medium green, oakleaf leaves</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>50 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Baby Oakleaf Lettuce

The Seed Savers Exchange - French head lettuce with wavy green leaves tinged with maroon. Best grown either as an early or late crop. Butterhead, 50-60 days. Characteristics: Organic French head lettuce Wavy green leaves tinged with maroon Grow in early spring or late fall Butterhead lettuce 50-60 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10-12" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - French head lettuce with wavy green leaves tinged with maroon. Best grown either as an early or late crop. Butterhead, 50-60 days. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>French head lettuce</li>
<li>Wavy green leaves tinged with maroon</li>
<li>Grow in early spring or late fall</li>
<li>Butterhead lettuce</li>
<li>50-60 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8">
Thin: 10-12" Apart
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Baquieu Lettuce, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - The butterhead companion to the Forellenschluss romaine. “Bunte” means “colorful” in German. Sweet apple-green leaves splashed with maroon, forms a loose 8-10" head. Butterhead, 40-55 days. ±23,000 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Forms loose 8-10 inch heads Apple-green leaves splashed with maroon Butterhead lettuce 40-55 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">The butterhead companion to the Forellenschluss romaine. “Bunte” means “colorful” in German. Sweet apple-green leaves splashed with maroon, forms a loose 8-10" head. Butterhead, 40-55 days. ±23,000 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Forms loose 8-10 inch heads</li>
<li>Apple-green leaves splashed with maroon</li>
<li>Butterhead lettuce</li>
<li>40-55 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 10" Apart 
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Bunte Forellenschluss Lettuce

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Speckled Trout Back or Flashy Trout Back) Gorgeous Austrian lettuce with green leaves speckled with maroon. Superior flavor; holds very well in the summer heat. Our all-time favorite! Romaine, 55 days. ±34,000 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Holds well in the heat Green leaves speckled with maroon Crisp leaves Romaine lettuce 55 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Speckled Trout Back or Flashy Trout Back) Gorgeous Austrian lettuce with green leaves speckled with maroon. Superior flavor; holds very well in the summer heat. Our all-time favorite! Romaine, 55 days. ±34,000 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Holds well in the heat</li>
<li>Green leaves speckled with maroon</li>
<li>Crisp leaves</li>
<li>Romaine lettuce</li>
<li>55 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">
Thin: 10" Apart
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Forellenschluss Lettuce, 1700’s Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - Reportedly known as Baltimore or Philadelphia Oakleaf in the 1880s. Withstands hot weather, never bitter. Excellent quality even in late summer. Looseleaf, 50 days. Characteristics: Oakleaf-shaped leaves are never bitter Holds well in hot weather Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 50 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Reportedly known as Baltimore or Philadelphia Oakleaf in the 1880s. Withstands hot weather, never bitter. Excellent quality even in late summer. Looseleaf, 50 days.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Oakleaf-shaped leaves are never bitter</li>
<li>Holds well in hot weather</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>50 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 6-8" Apart 
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Green Oakleaf Lettuce, 1880s Heirloom

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🥗 Black-Seeded Simpson Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) The 150-Year King of the Heirloom Garden If there is a "hall of fame" for garden vegetables, Black-Seeded Simpson holds a permanent place at the very top. For over a century and a half, this has been the most popular loose-leaf lettuce in America, and for good reason. Known for its large, ruffled, light emerald-green leaves and its incredibly fast growth, it offers a sweet, tender crunch that modern supermarket varieties simply cannot replicate. It is the ultimate "reliable" lettuce—thriving in a variety of climates and providing a heavy harvest when other greens are still waking up. 📜 Historical Heritage: A Civil War Era Classic The Black-Seeded Simpson is one of the oldest and most successful heirlooms in North American history. It was officially introduced to the public around 1850 and was famously championed by the legendary seedsman Peter Henderson in the mid-to-late 19th century. Historically, it became a staple of the American homestead during and after the Civil War because of its "cut-and-come-again" nature, allowing families to harvest fresh greens from a single patch for months. It was bred to be exceptionally hardy, becoming the standard by which all other leaf lettuces were measured for over 150 years. The Simpson Family Tree: While the Black-Seeded variety is the famous standard, it was actually preceded by the White-Seeded Simpson, an even older 18th-century heirloom. The White-Seeded variety is remarkably similar in flavor and texture, though the Black-Seeded version was eventually favored by 19th-century gardeners for its superior heat resistance and slightly larger, more ruffled frame. We have not been able to find seds for White-Simpson so if you know a source, send it our way please. ✨ Product Highlights Lightning Fast Growth: One of the quickest lettuces to reach maturity, often ready for baby-leaf harvest in just 21 days. Heat Tolerant: Unlike many lettuces that bolt (go to seed) at the first hint of summer, Black-Seeded Simpson is remarkably slow to bolt and stays sweet even as temperatures rise. "Cut-and-Come-Again": Designed for multiple harvests. Snip the outer leaves, and the plant will continue to produce fresh center growth all season. Delicate Texture: Features "crinkled" leaves that are exceptionally tender and succulent, with a mild, never-bitter flavor. Vibrant Color: The bright, light-green leaves add a fresh, "neon" pop to garden beds and salad bowls. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Type Heirloom Loose-leaf Days to Maturity 21 (Baby) / 45 (Full Size) Color Light Emerald Green Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Growth Habit Upright, Ruffled Mounds Texture Crisp and Tender 🌱 How to Grow Black-Seeded Simpson 1. Sowing the Seeds:Lettuce seeds are tiny and require a little light to germinate. When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. For a continuous harvest, sow a new batch every 2 weeks until early summer. Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep. Just a light dusting of soil is all they need. Germination: Expect sprouts in 7–10 days. 2. The Perfect Location:This lettuce thrives in rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. While it loves the sun, it is the perfect candidate for Partial Shade, especially if you want to keep harvesting well into the warmer months of June and July. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: If you want full-sized mounds, thin seedlings to 8–10 inches apart. For baby greens, you can leave them crowded at 2 inches apart. Watering: Lettuce is composed mostly of water! Keep the soil consistently moist. Drought is the number one cause of bitterness in home-grown lettuce. Harvesting: You can begin harvesting individual leaves once they reach 3 inches in height. Always harvest in the cool of the morning for the crispest texture. 🥗 Culinary Inspiration Because of its ruffled texture, Black-Seeded Simpson is the king of "dressing-catchers"—its crinkles hold onto vinaigrettes perfectly. It is the essential lettuce for a classic Wilted Lettuce Salad (tossed with warm bacon dressing) or as a fresh, crunchy topping for summer burgers and sandwiches. Garden Tip: If you are short on space, this is the best lettuce for containers and window boxes. Its shallow root system and mounding habit make it thrive in just a few inches of soil! 🥗🧺✨

Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce, 1850's Heirloom, Organic options Available

Red-Veined Sorrel - Citrus flavored greens, deep maroon veins against dark green leaves, helps it create amazing dishes. It is perfect for salads or you can braise it too. Sow in the spring, all throughout summer and into fall for continued harvest. We start with organic seeds but are not certifed organic for handling as it we are in the process of doing this. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Hardy Perennial Harvest in as little as 45 days, 55-85 full size Citrus flavor Gourmet ingredient Packet .15g Instructions - Sow 1/2" apart, sow 1/4" deep Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Red-Veined Sorrel, Organic options available

Preorder yours today Seed Savers Exchange - Arugula is a wonderful salad addition to other greens or a salad by itself. Sylvetta is less a wild variety that has wonderful traits and will be loved for being easy to grow and thrive. Organic Tasty, small, serrated leaves Slow to bolt Wild variety 45 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Planting Depth 1/4" Germination 5-7 days Thin 1-6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on availability.

Arugula 'Sylvetta', Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1988 by Pam Andrew of Arizona. It was given to her by her 85-year-old great-aunt, Flossie Cramer, of Crawford County, IL. Flossie's grandmother, Emma Hadley, grew the lettuce when Flossie was a child (around 1915). It was a family favorite used in a wilted lettuce salad with hot bacon dressing. The dark purple-tinged leaves are buttery, crisp, and slightly sweet. Butterhead, 40-50 days. Characteristics: Organic Heavy dark purple tinge on leaf edges Buttery and crisp leaves are slightly sweet Butterhead 40-55 days to maturity 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Grandma Hadley's Lettuce, pre 1915 Heirloom, Organic

A Firefly Farm & Mercantile favorite for us to grow. It does well in our summers and we have it growing in the middle of our deep compost and woodchip beds every year. For 2026, it will come in a Firefly Farm Branded Envelope as we have plenty of seed and Seedsavers took a year off from offering it. The Seed Savers Exchange - A butterhead lettuce bursting with bright green leaves that tolerates both cold and heat. This variety was donated to Seed Savers Exchange by Nestor Keen, who received seeds from his Aunt Mae in 1937. Butterhead, 50-60 days. Characteristics: Cold- and heat-tolerant Butterhead lettuce 250 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Aunt Mae's Bibb Lettuce, pre 1937 Heirloom

The commercial standard with long green leaves and a characteristic mildly spicy flavor. High Mowing Organic Seed - Germinates quickly and tolerates cold and hot temperatures well. Our strain has a mix of "cut" and "strap" leaf shapes when grown as a baby leaf. Performs well as a cut-and-come-again crop. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Heat and cold tolerant Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Planting Depth 1/4" Germination 5-7 days Thin 1-6" apart

Astro Arugula, Organic

At one point in history, Tennis Ball Lettuce, dominated the market. It grew even in the darkest of days very well and had a tolerance for the cold. America can thank Bethiah Oliver, Massachusetts seedswoman who imported it to America from the United Kingdom in 1769 There were two strains, white-seeded and black-seeded. The white-seeded strain, popular in the North, matures two weeks earlier and is slightly more bitter than the black-seeded. The southern United States, favored the black-seeded strain. Is it possible they favored it because of its sweetness or their contempt for the northern states? Additionally at Monticello, Thomas Jefferson grew 15 varieties of lettuce and favored the Tennis Ball for its low maintenance compared to other lettuces. We are currently stocking Southern Exposure while we wait for the 2026 seeds from Seedsavers. Both are the black seeded variety. The Seed Savers Exchange - Small rosettes of light green leaves measure only 7" in diameter and form loose tender heads. Grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. According to Heirloom Vegetable Gardening by SSE member William Woys Weaver, tennis ball lettuces were often pickled in salt brine during the 17th and 18th centuries. Black-seeded. Butterhead, 50 days Characteristics: Organic Heads grow to 7 inches Soft textured rosettes Black seeded Butterhead lettuce 50 days Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

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