Grow a plant with a long and storied history with our Wild Lettuce seeds. This heirloom biennial, also known as Bitter Lettuce, has been a highly valued herb in traditional wellness practices for centuries. In its first year, it forms a rosette of leaves, and in the second, it sends up a tall, stately stalk that can reach over 6 feet. The plant is traditionally grown for its milky latex and its edible young leaves, which have a mildly bitter taste.

⭐ What you'll love

• A historic and revered medicinal herb in traditional practices worldwide.
• A tall, stately plant that adds a dramatic, architectural look to the garden.
• The young leaves are edible and can be added to salads.
• A very hardy and easy-to-grow plant from direct sowing.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Wild Lettuce (Lactuca virosa)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 20 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Biennial
• Height: 4-7 feet
• Days to Maturity: Leaves can be harvested in the first year; flowers in the second.
• USDA Zone: 3-8
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall or very early spring. This plant requires cool temperatures to germinate.
• Depth: Press seeds into the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate. Cover very lightly.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 6-12 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
• Soil: Prefers average, well-draining soil.
• Harvest: Harvest young leaves for culinary use. For medicinal use, the plant is typically harvested when flowering in its second year.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

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