Lettuce Seeds, Bibb

Lactuca sativa

$2.19

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Lettuce Seeds, Bibb

Lactuca sativa

$2.19

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Product Information

Bibb Lettuce is a butterhead lettuce variety considered a real delicacy among gardeners and salad connoisseurs alike.

The small, somewhat loose head of Bibb lettuce is easy to grow, tender and contains a distinctive flavor. Early starting this cool weather vegetable is advised in order to avoid bolting in hot weather.

Sku: 7391

Vendor: Ferry-Morse

Growing Information

Safe
for Bees

Grows
Best In:

Sun/Partial Shade

Days to
Germination:

7-10 Days

Days to
Maturity:

57 Days

Key Features

Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa

Flavor: Sweet, mild flavor and soft buttery texture.

Preparation Ideas: Smaller leaves make for a great choice in sandwiches.

Plant Type: Vegetable

Fill Weight (grams): 1.2

Growth Type: Butterhead

Instructions

Sow Bibb Lettuce seeds directly in the garden as early as the soil can be made fine and loose. Plant seeds every 2", covering firmly with soil. Thin to 1 plant every 12" when seedlings are 2" tall. Harvest the entire Bibb lettuce head at maturity.

Planting Depth: .25"

Seed Spacing: Sow Bibb Lettuce seeds roughly 12" apart in rows.

Suggestions

Lettuce needs plenty of moisture. Also, fall crops may have to be started indoors since lettuce has a difficult time even germinating in hot weather. Transplant with care.