Bibb Lettuce seeds - Vegetable Plant

Bibb lettuce is a butterhead type that forms small, compact heads with soft, tender leaves. It grows well in cool to mild climates and performs best in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, fertile soil. This variety establishes quickly and has a relatively short growing cycle, making it suitable for successive planting. Bibb lettuce adapts well to garden beds, raised beds, and container planting, offering flexibility for different growing spaces.

Features

• Butterhead type with compact, small heads
• Soft, tender leaves with smooth texture
• Suitable for cool to mild growing conditions
• Adaptable to containers, raised beds, and open ground
• Suitable for repeated seasonal planting

Specifications

• Scientific name: Lactuca sativa
• Common name (US): Lettuce
• Seed type / variety: Bibb (butterhead)
• Growth habit: Compact, head-forming plant
• USDA zones: 3–9 (grown as annual)
• Planting season: Early spring and fall
• Growing season: Cool season
• Sowing Season: January to March, September to November
• Germination time and conditions: 5–10 days at 15–20°C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Mature plant size: 15–20 cm height, 20–25 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 20–25 cm between plants