Scientific Name: Lactuca Sativa

Cultivars (Variety): Black Sedeed Simpson

Planting Dates:

For leaf

Area 1: December 1-March 15, August 1-30

Area 2: March 1-31, July 15-August 15

Area 3: April 1-July 1

For head

Area 1: November 20-January 20

Area 2: March 1-15

Area 3: April 1-June 15

Harvest Guidelines: Lettuce (head)—As heads become solid, yielding slightly to pressure. Lettuce (leaf)—Whole plant before hot weather occurs. Outer leaves can also be removed to allow for multiple harvests.

Common Diseases/Disorders in NM: Tombusvirus.

Special Considerations: Large, loosely packed, ice green leaves are crisp, tender, sweet; center blanches to near white; tolerates summer heat.