50 – 60 days. These non-GMO Grand Rapids lettuce seeds grow into large green leaves that are resistant to tip burn. Grand Rapids Lettuce is ready to harvest in 55 days. The Grand Rapids thrives in full sun or partial shade, and can be grown in zones 3-12. The leaves of the Grand Rapids have a mildly sweet flavor. Approx. 16,000 seeds/oz.
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MicrogreenGrowing Grand Rapids Lettuce Garden Seeds
- Latin Name: lactuca sativa
- Seed Type: Annual
- Sow Indoors or Outdoors: Indoors or outdoors
- Days to Maturity: 50 – 60 days
- Hardiness Zone: 3 – 12
- Planting Depth: 1/2"
- Plant Spacing: 1 – 2"
- Row Spacing: 18"
- Growth Habit: Mound
- Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained, under 75 degrees.
- Temp Preference: Warmer
- Light Preference: Full sun or partial shade
- Diseases/pests/problems:Lettuce that is crowded while growing will have a bitter taste. Susceptible to aphids and slugs, resistant to tip burn.
- Color: Green
- Flavor: Mildly sweet
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Seeds Per Package:
- 1 g - Approximately 900 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 25,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 100,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 400,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 2,000,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 10,000,000 Seeds
Start by sowing the non-GMO seeds 1/2 inch in moist soil with one to two inches between rows. Make sure to allow enough space between seeds for the lettuce to grow, as overcrowding can cause the lettuce to have a bitter taste. Firm the soil lightly. While growing, keep the soil well watered. Harvest fifty five days after planting.