Low on space? No problem. These Tom Thumb lettuce seeds produce a head of butterhead lettuce...just smaller! Perfect for small outdoor, and indoor, gardens.
Instructions:
We recommend using the following to sow the seeds:
(Find more info on germinating seeds by going to our seed guide)
These seeds are for the 2026 growing season.
About the seeds:
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difficulty
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beginner | intermediate | advanced
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germination time
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3-10 days
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depth
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1/8”
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spacing
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1“
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recommended planter
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4-9“ planter or garden bed
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time to maturity
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50 days
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seed prep
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pre-soak | scarification | stratification | none
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method
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greenhouse | paper towel method
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temperature
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60F - 70F
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About the Plants:
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description
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petite green heads of lettuce |
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difficulty
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beginner | intermediate | advanced
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growth speed
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slow | medium | fast
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size of plant
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~3" diameter
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light
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full sun | partial sun | shade | grow lights
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soil
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well-draining coconut coir/peat-based potting mix
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temperature
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warm | cool
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pet-friendly
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cats | dogs | no
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pests
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aphids, caterpillars, earwigs, cutworms, white mold |
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fertilization
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heavy | moderate | light
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