Grow Miner’s Lettuce (Claytonia perfoliata), a nutrient-rich, heirloom green prized for its tender, succulent leaves and mild, slightly sweet flavor. This fast-growing, cold-hardy plant thrives in cool seasons, making it an excellent choice for early spring and fall gardens. Ideal for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes, Miner’s Lettuce is easy to cultivate and naturally reseeds for continuous harvests.

Key Features:

• Mild & Nutritious: Delicate flavor with high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants.
• Cold-Hardy & Frost-Tolerant: Thrives in cooler temperatures and withstands light frost.
• Fast-Growing & Self-Seeding: Produces abundant greens in a short time with natural reseeding.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and culinary garnishes.
• Low Maintenance: Grows well in garden beds, containers, and wild edible landscapes.

Product Details:

• Quantity: 500 seeds per pack
• Botanical Name: Claytonia perfoliata
• Plant Type: Annual (may act as a perennial in mild climates)
• Mature Height: 4–10 inches
• Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil
• Days to Maturity: 40–50 days

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Preparation: Direct sow in early spring or fall for best results.
• Sowing Depth: Scatter seeds on the soil surface and lightly press them in.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 4–6 inches apart.
• Germination: Maintain soil moisture and temperatures between 50–65°F (10–18°C); expect germination within 7–14 days.
• Transplanting: If starting indoors, harden off seedlings before moving outdoors.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially in dry periods.
• Fertilizing: Enrich soil with compost or a mild organic fertilizer.
• Harvesting: Pick young leaves as needed or harvest entire plants before flowering for the best flavor.
• General Care: Allow plants to self-seed for a naturalized, low-maintenance crop.