Harris Seeds Buttercrunch Lettuce Seed
Best reliable lettuce variety for home gardeners seeking consistent, sweet harvests.
A reliable, slow-bolting Bibb lettuce that thrives across all seasons. It produces a high-quality heart with sweet, crisp ribs and attractive dark green leaves, making it a staple for home gardeners.
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Who it's for
- Gourmet cooks seeking tender, sweet salad greens
- Gardeners in warmer climates wanting a longer harvest season
- Beginners needing dependable, high-quality seeds for success
Who should skip it
- Meal preppers needing greens that store for several days
- Gardeners in areas with high slug or snail populations
- Urban gardeners with limited space for individual plants
Performance breakdown
Bolting Resistance
Stays sweet and crisp long after other varieties turn bitter.
Harvest Window
Extended production cycle makes planning your garden schedule incredibly forgiving.
Flavor Profile
Classic Bibb texture with a satisfying, clean crunch in every bite.
Growth Reliability
Vigorous germination and consistent performance across varied seasonal conditions.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward direct-sow requirements make this ideal for beginner gardeners.
Visual Appeal
Dark green, thick leaves create a beautiful, high-quality heart.
Key Specs
Maturation Days
64 Days
Soil Temperature
60-65°F
Germination Days
6-10 Days
Seeding Depth
0.125-0.25"
Spacing in Row
8-14"
Spacing Between Rows
1-2'
Planting Method
Direct Sow
Is Organic
false
Plant Type
Vegetable
Life Cycle
Annual
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