Butterhead Lettuce seeds - Vegetable Plant

Butterhead lettuce is a compact, head-forming variety known for its soft, tender leaves arranged in loose, rounded heads. 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 is suitable for successive planting due to its relatively short growing cycle. Butterhead lettuce adapts well to garden beds, raised beds, and container planting, making it suitable for a range of growing environments.

Features

• Compact head-forming lettuce with soft leaves
• Loose, rounded heads with tender 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: 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: 15–25 cm height, 20–30 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 20–25 cm between plants