Clear Creek Seeds Butterhead Lettuce
Best gourmet greens for home gardeners in diverse climates.
These seeds take the guesswork out of gourmet salads by producing tender, self-blanching heads that thrive even when the weather fluctuates. You sacrifice the complexity of heirloom varieties for a reliable, heat-tolerant harvest that is as foolproof as it is delicious.
$6.75
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Clearcreekseeds
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking premium salad greens
- Gardeners wanting a continuous harvest of fresh greens
- Small households needing perfectly portioned, waste-free servings
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with hot, unpredictable summers
- Beginners unable to provide consistent pest management
- Busy growers needing varieties with a long shelf life
Performance breakdown
Growth Speed
Rapid maturation ensures a harvest in under two months.
Climate Versatility
Strong heat tolerance makes it reliable across most USDA zones.
Cultivation Ease
Simple requirements make this an ideal choice for novice gardeners.
Yield Reliability
Consistent head formation provides a dependable supply of gourmet greens.
Self-Blanching Quality
Natural center blanching creates tender, high-quality leaves with minimal effort.
Garden Space Efficiency
Requires significant row spacing, limiting suitability for tight container setups.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Sunlight Exposure
Partial Sun
Days to Maturity
57 days
Planting Season
Spring
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-9
Edible
True
Container Friendly
False
Seed Count
500+
Life Cycle
Annual
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