Harris Seeds Starstruck Lettuce Seed
Best resilient lettuce for home gardeners seeking reliable, crispy harvests.
This Batavia variety is the gold standard for home growers who want crispy, sweet leaves without the usual heartbreak of summer bolting. It trades the delicate fragility of heirloom greens for a rugged, heat-tolerant structure that stays crunchy and clean from the first harvest to the last.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners in hot climates wanting a longer harvest season
- Home cooks seeking tender, sweet leaves for fresh salads
- Beginner growers needing low-maintenance, disease-resistant plants
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited space or small containers
- Meal preppers needing greens that store for long periods
- Budget-conscious growers looking for inexpensive bulk seeds
Performance breakdown
Heat Resilience
Outperforms standard Batavia varieties when temperatures begin to climb.
Harvest Versatility
Equally effective for baby leaf production or full-head maturity.
Field Durability
Maintains structural integrity and quality long after reaching peak maturity.
Disease Resistance
Strong natural defense against common tip burn issues in home gardens.
Germination Speed
Reliable sprout times ensure a predictable start to the growing season.
Culinary Texture
Delivers a consistently crisp, sweet crunch that elevates fresh salads.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Hybrid
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun or Partial Sun
Days to Maturity
50 days
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Edible
true
Germination Days
6-10 Days
Maturation Days
50 Days
Soil Temperature
60-65°F
Seeding Depth
0.125-0.25"
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