Lettuce can be planted in shade for mid summer use. It doesn't tend to bolt or get bitter.
Isn't there a line drawing of the
seedling on the reverse of the
seed package anymore?
Espoma brand Tone organic fertilizer for garden veggies. Its reasonable in price and often on sale during the
spring. A 5# bag is $4 and some change. Check Espomas website.
Tip for recognizing
seedlings: As leaves develop pinch off a lower
growing one. Press it and when dry put the leaf between two pieces of clear contact paper. Some plant leaves don't look the same coming up as when the plant is farther along. For years I pulled johnny-jump-ups out thinking they were
weeds. Now I have the leaf for reference and lots of johnny-jump-ups.
Check Park
seed Company website for their 'Sucess with
seeds' book. For gardeners who enjoy planting
seeds it's a must have. Might even inquire at the local library about putting it on their purchase list.