How to Handle Your Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Harvest

There's nothing quite like the crunch of a fresh black seeded simpson lettuce harvest straight from your own backyard. If you've ever grown this heirloom variety, you know exactly why it's been a staple in gardens since the mid-1800s. It's reliable, it grows incredibly fast, and those bright, frilly light-green leaves look just as good in the garden bed as they do on a plate. But to get the most out of your crop, you have to know exactly when and how to pick it so the plant keeps producing and the flavor stays sweet. ...

February 11, 2026 · 7 min · Antony Benedikt