Description
Buttercrunch Lettuce Seeds (Butterhead Type) 1750. Open Pollinated.
Approximately 1,900 seeds per packet (880 seeds per gram)
A long-standing favourite, this medium green butterhead lettuce is as reliable as it is delicious. Its crisp, thick leaves are sweet and tender, and completely free from any hint of bitterness. Hidden within the enticing outer leaves is the beautiful “buttery heart,” which is the true prize of this variety. Part of the Lettuce Salad Collection, Buttercrunch is a dependable and rewarding choice for any garden.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Open Pollinated, Butterhead
- Fruit: Medium green, crisp, thick leaves with a buttery heart
- Features: Sweet and tender, non-bitter flavour; long-standing variety.
Nutritional Information
Butterhead lettuce is a nutrient-rich vegetable with a mild flavour. It is an excellent source of Vitamin K and a good source of Vitamin A (beta-carotene) and Folate. This lettuce also contains minerals such as iron, potassium, and manganese, in addition to dietary fibre and beneficial antioxidants.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
- Sowing: Sow seeds as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring, then every two weeks thereafter to ensure a continuous supply. Sow about 3 mm deep in rows 45 cm apart.
- Care: Lettuce is a sun-loving, cool-weather crop that grows best in organic, well-drained soil. An even supply of moisture during the entire growth period is essential for success.
- Harvesting: Harvest head lettuce by cutting the head off at the base just below the lower leaves. Once the plant bolts (starts to produce a rapidly growing flower stem), the leaves become bitter.
- Germination: Germination occurs in approximately 7 days.
Why Buttercrunch Lettuce Seeds belong in Your Garden
For a lettuce that lives up to its name, Buttercrunch is an excellent choice. Its crisp texture and sweet, buttery flavour make it a staple for fresh salads. A classic and reliable variety, its dependable performance and delicious taste make it a must-have for any home gardener looking for a sure success.
