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Organic 'Nancy' Green Boston Lettuce

Name: Organic 'Nancy' Green Boston Lettuce
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Nancy Green Boston Lettuce

Latin name Lactuca sativa ‘Nancy’

Quantity per packet Approximately 50 coated seeds

This variety produces exceptionally tender leaves with a soft, pleasant texture. Its rapid growth provides fresh homegrown lettuce in a very short time.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameNancy Green Boston Lettuce

Latin nameLactuca sativa ‘Nancy’

FamilyAsteraceae

TypeVegetable

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packApproximately 50 coated seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0045

Product
description

Organic Green Boston Lettuce Nancy (Lactuca sativa ‘Nancy’) is an elegant annual variety that forms beautiful compact, supple, well-filled heads with especially appetizing tender green foliage. Its broad, delicate, slightly crisp leaves bring ornamental value to vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers. Valued for its rapid growth, it can be harvested about 52 days after sowing. Well suited to succession planting, this reliable lettuce provides fresh leaves from spring through late summer.

Easy to grow, Organic Boston Lettuce Nancy can be sown from April through August, either directly in the garden or started indoors for earlier harvests. It prefers rich, cool, well-drained soil kept consistently moist to maintain tender leaves and prevent bitterness. Full sun to partial shade suits it well, especially during warm periods when light shade helps slow bolting. Light mulch, steady watering, and proper thinning encourage healthy, well-developed heads.

Organic Green Boston Lettuce Nancy is perfect for family vegetable gardens, planters, raised beds, and small edible spaces. It grows easily between other vegetables and pairs well with Beets and Spinach, helping optimize space while diversifying harvests. Its tender, mild leaves are ideal for fresh salads, sandwiches, garnishes, and light summer meals. If allowed to flower, its small yellow blooms may attract bees, although it is usually harvested before that stage to preserve its best eating quality.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodApril to August

Best time

April to August

Sowing depth0.5 cm (0.2 in)

Germination temperature10 to 20 °C (50 to 68 °F)

Germination time5 to 10 days

Propagation

Propagated by seed, either direct sown in the garden or started in containers. Seeds remain viable for several years when stored in a cool, dry location.

Growing
method

Direct sow outdoors or start seeds indoors for earlier harvests. Make successive sowings from April through August for a continuous supply of fresh lettuce throughout the season. Cover the seeds lightly, as they require only shallow planting. Grow in rich, cool, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly to prevent moisture stress and reduce bolting. Thin seedlings to promote healthy air circulation. Harvest individual leaves as needed or cut the entire head once fully developed.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun to partial shade

Soil

Rich, cool, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Consistently moist soil encourages tender, crisp leaves.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water regularly to keep the soil consistently cool and moist. Dry periods can make the leaves bitter and encourage premature bolting.

Fertilization

Incorporate compost before sowing to encourage rapid leaf production. A light nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer may be used in poor soils to improve foliage quality.

Care levelModerate

Make successive sowings to extend harvests from spring through autumn. Keep the soil consistently moist to prevent bitterness and premature bolting. Weed regularly around the plants to reduce competition. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut the entire head once mature. Apply a light mulch to keep the soil cool during summer.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

20 to 25 cm (8 to 10 in)

Nancy Green Boston Lettuce grows easily in pots, window boxes, and raised planters on balconies or patios. Use a shallow but wide container filled with rich, moisture-retentive growing mix. Regular watering is essential to maintain crisp leaves and prevent bolting during warm weather.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Its tender leaves and mild flavor make it an outstanding butterhead lettuce for fresh salads. It quickly produces attractive, compact heads ideal for home gardens.

This variety produces exceptionally tender leaves with a soft, pleasant texture. Its rapid growth provides fresh homegrown lettuce in a very short time.

Garden use

Nancy Green Boston Lettuce is perfect for family vegetable gardens, raised beds, and container gardening. It grows well between other vegetables to maximize available space, while its attractive foliage adds texture to edible landscapes. Frequent harvests provide a continuous supply of fresh lettuce throughout the growing season.

Bloom period

Flowering is generally avoided since the plant is harvested before bolting. If allowed to flower, it produces small pale yellow blooms typical of lettuce.

Flower colorPale yellow

Foliage colorTender green

Harvest

52 days after sowing

Wildlife appealPollinators

Size
and facts

Height20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)

Spread30 cm (12 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature-2°C (28°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Beetroot, spinach

Avoid planting with

Parsley, celery

Recipe
and inspiration

Nancy Green Boston Lettuce is perfect for fresh salads, garnishes, and sandwiches thanks to its tender, delicate leaves. Its soft texture and mild flavor pair beautifully with garden vegetables, fresh herbs, and homemade vinaigrettes. It also makes an excellent base for light summer meals.

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Organic Nancy Green Boston Lettuce in Canada? +

Sow from April through August for continuous harvests. Successive sowings provide fresh lettuce throughout the gardening season.

Does Nancy Green Boston Lettuce tolerate partial shade? +

Yes. It performs very well in partial shade, especially during hot summer weather. Light shade helps slow bolting and improves leaf quality.

When should I harvest Nancy Green Boston Lettuce? +

Harvest begins about 52 days after sowing. Pick individual leaves as needed or harvest the entire head once it reaches full size.

Can this lettuce be grown in containers? +

Yes. Its compact growth makes it an excellent choice for containers, window boxes, raised beds, and other small-space gardens.

Why choose Nancy Green Boston Lettuce? +

This variety produces beautiful, tender heads with exceptional flavor. It is valued for its easy cultivation, rapid growth, and reliable harvests.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.