Experience garden freshness with Butterhead White Lettuce Seeds, a beloved heirloom variety known for its delicate, buttery texture and mild sweetness. The compact heads form layers of tender, pale-green leaves that are perfect for salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Easy to cultivate and suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners, Butterhead White Lettuce performs beautifully in cool or mild climates.

Features

1. Heirloom lettuce with tender, buttery leaves
2. Crisp texture and mild, sweet flavor
3. Compact heads ideal for small gardens and containers
4. Thrives in cool or mild growing seasons
5. Perfect for organic and home gardening

Specifications

1. Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
2. Common Name (U.S.): Butterhead Lettuce
3. Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated
4. Plant Type: Annual leafy vegetable
5. Season: Spring and Fall planting
6. Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
7. Soil Type: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
8. Soil pH: 6.0–7.0
9. USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
10. Days to Germination: 7–14 days
11. Days to Maturity: 60–70 days
12. Plant Height: 8–10 inches
13. Spacing: 8–10 inches apart
14. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy
15. Harvest Time: When heads are firm and leaves are crisp
16. Storage: Refrigerate harvested leaves for up to one week

Planting Guide

• Soil Preparation: Enrich soil with compost or organic fertilizer.
• Sowing: Direct sow outdoors or start indoors 4 weeks before last frost.
• Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep.
• Temperature: Ideal soil temperature 55–70°F (13–21°C).
• Watering: Keep soil moist during germination and growth.
• Thinning: Space seedlings 8 inches apart for full head formation.
• Harvesting: Cut heads when full-sized but before leaves turn bitter.