Tennis Ball Lettuce
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Care information
Care information
Check out Mary's Comprehensive Planting Guide for detailed planting info.
Storing seeds prior to use: seeds should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight for optimal germination.
Tennis Ball Lettuce
45-55 days. Lactuca sativa
A pre-1800s heirloom variety.
Tennis Ball Lettuce is one of the oldest varieties cultivated in the country. Grown at Monticello during Thomas Jefferson’s time, and one of the most popular at the turn of the century. Historically Tennis Ball Lettuce is used to be pickled in brine and served as a side.
Tennis Ball was among Thomas Jefferson's favorite lettuce varieties. He noted that "it does not require so much care and attention" as other types.
Jefferson-documented: This plant was documented by Thomas Jefferson in his Garden Book, Notes on the State of Virginia, or other writings.
Tennis Ball Lettuce grows a bit smaller and lighter in color than Tom Thumb Lettuce
Contains approx. 100 heirloom seeds
NEW ARRIVAL for 2027
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