Ella Kropf Lettuce, pre 1930 Heirloom, Organic
Ella Kropf Lettuce, pre 1930 Heirloom, Organic

Ella Kropf Lettuce, pre 1930 Heirloom, Organic

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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
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    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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