Écoumène Head Lettuce Big Lazy Blond Organic Seeds

The Head Lettuce Big Lazy Blond : A Generous and Delicious French Classic!

Discover the Grosse Blonde Paresseuse lettuce, a variety originating from France that appeared on the seed market in 1854. It is also known as Saint-Omer blond summer lettuce and nonpareil lettuce. Its name describes it perfectly: Grosse (Large), because its size, when ripe, is truly impressive; Blonde (Blond), because of its beautiful pale blond-green leaves, tender and tasty; Paresseuse (Lazy), simply because it takes its time before bolting, preferring to bask in the summer sun rather than immediately ensure its progeny! Imagine an opulent and flavorful lettuce, perfect for hot summer days!

This beautiful summer lettuce forms a tall, compact, and heavy head. In ""Les Plantes Potagères"" of 1883, it is described as follows: ""This beautiful lettuce is voluminous and productive; it does well and holds the head perfectly during hot weather. Although it tolerates heat well, it does not tolerate drought. Be sure to water sufficiently to keep the soil cool at all times."" This historical description already highlights its qualities. Grow our organic seeds of Grosse Blonde Paresseuse lettuce and harvest a French classic, generous, delicious, and perfect for summer salads.