Tom Thumb Lettuce
Certified Organic
Lactuca sativa
Cute, compact green lettuces are the perfect size for one!
These small lettuces grow quickly; full-size heads (which top out around the size of a large apple) are ready to eat in just over six weeks. Tom Thumb's leaves are bright green, with a buttery and smooth texture. Piled whole with coarsely chopped vegetables, Tom Thumb makes a dramatic salad.
Shop with confidence: we are now shipping seeds labeled for 2025 planting.
This variety is suitable for growing as a microgreen. 🌱
from $3.49
| Unit | Price | Quantity | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250 Seeds | $3.49 | In Stock | |
| 750 Seeds | $6.39 | In Stock |
Price as selected:
For steady supply, direct sow outdoors when soil becomes workable in spring until 6 weeks before first fall frost, at 2-week intervals. Sow seeds 12 per foot, then thin to 6" apart. Lettuce requires full sun to partial shade and prefers steady moisture. Tolerates moderate soil fertility.
| Days to Germination | 5 to 10 days |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 50 days |
| Planting Depth | ¼ inch |
| Spacing in Row | 6 inches |
| Spacing Between Rows | 8 inches |
| Height at Maturity | 10 inches |
| Sun Preference | Full to Little Sun |