Eden Brothers Lettuce Seeds
Best heirloom lettuce for beginner container gardeners and salad lovers.
This heirloom butterhead brings a sophisticated bronze hue and buttery crunch to your garden without the usual headache of early bolting. It trades the massive yields of modern hybrids for a reliable, slow-growing habit that thrives in containers and keeps your salad bowl full all season.
$4.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners in warmer climates wanting a longer harvest season
- Home growers seeking gourmet visual appeal for their garden
- Culinary enthusiasts prioritizing delicate, buttery textures in salads
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unable to commit to regular pest monitoring
- Those needing long-lasting produce for extended refrigerator storage
- Busy growers in dry climates lacking consistent irrigation systems
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Resists bolting effectively, extending the harvest window into warmer weather.
Growth Speed
Rapid maturity allows for quick turnover from seed to salad bowl.
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit makes it ideal for small-space balcony gardening.
Flavor Profile
Delivers a classic buttery texture that balances crispness with smooth notes.
Cultivation Ease
Straightforward planting requirements make this a reliable choice for beginners.
Harvest Flexibility
Versatile enough to be picked as microgreens or full mature heads.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Lactuca sativa
Seed Type
Heirloom, Open Pollinated
Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Planting Depth
1/8 inch
Plant Spacing
4 to 16 inches
Recommended Zones
2 through 10
Maturity
45 days
USDA Hardiness Zone
Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Container Friendly
True
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