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Lettuce Seeds - Leaf - Grand Rapids

Frilly, bright-green leaf lettuce that’s fast-maturing and perfect for cut-and-come-again harvests.
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The early, frilled green of northern gardens. ‘Grand Rapids’ leaf lettuce produces large, loose heads of crinkled, bright green leaves that stay tender and sweet long after harvest. The flavor is mild, and the texture crisp yet delicate.

Fast to mature—ready in about 45 days—and exceptionally tolerant of cool temperatures. Excellent for greenhouse or field production.

Introduced in the late 1800s, ‘Grand Rapids’ became the benchmark for greenhouse lettuce. A proven heirloom known for speed, sweetness, and steady yields.

$200 USD
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Pickup available at Bertie County Seeds

Usually ready in 2-4 days

Plant identity

Minimum seed count 1000
Scientific name Lactuca sativa var. crispata
Also known as Lettuce, Lettuce Seeds - Leaf - Grand Rapids
Life cycle Annual
Botanical family Asteraceae
Reproductive type Open-Pollinated (OP)
Heritage qualifiers Non-GMO
Native to the United States Domesticated Plant
Domestication note Mediterranean Basin

Timing and climate

Days to maturity 30-39 Days
Germination 5-10 Days
Germination temperature 45–60 °F
Planting season Spring
Bloom season Spring
Frost tolerance Hardy
Sunlight Full sun
Water needs Moderate

Site, soil, and space

Soil type Loamy
Preferred soil pH 6.5–7.0
Seed depth 1/8 in
Plant spacing 6 in
Row spacing 12 in
Mature height 7–12 in
Growth habit Rosette
Support needed No-Support
Suitable growing locations In-ground bed, Raised bed, Greenhouse, High Tunnel, Containers, Community garden, Hydroponic, Indoor growing, Vertical

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Leafy-green season profile

Cool-season greens may benefit from afternoon shade as temperatures rise.

Starting targets

Direct sun
6+ hours
Plant spacing
6+ in
Container starting point
2+ gal
Listed light
Full sun
Growth habit
Rosette
Support guidance
No-Support
Mature height
7–12 in

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