Lettuce Butter Head Green Vegetable Seeds
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Description
Lettuce Butter Head Green is a soft, buttery-textured lettuce variety that is perfect for gardeners who want to grow a mild, tender green in their garden. Known for its delicate leaves and sweet flavor, this lettuce is perfect for salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Butter Head Green lettuce is easy to grow, making it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners looking for a reliable and nutritious leafy green.
Key Features and Benefits: Lettuce Butter Head Green has tender, smooth leaves with a mild, sweet flavor that is less bitter than other varieties of lettuce. It is rich in vitamins A and K, as well as fiber, making it a healthy choice for fresh meals. This variety is also fast-growing, reaching maturity in just 50-60 days from planting. Butter Head lettuce is easy to grow and is perfect for successive plantings throughout the growing season.
Care and Maintenance: Butter Head Green lettuce grows best in cool weather, and it prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Plant the seeds early in the spring or late summer for a fall harvest, ensuring the soil temperature is between 60°F and 65°F. Water consistently to keep the soil moist, and mulch around the plants to retain moisture and prevent weeds. Space the plants about 8-10 inches apart to allow room for full head development. Harvest the lettuce when the heads are fully formed but still tender.
Applications: Lettuce Butter Head Green is perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps. It can also be used as a garnish or in a variety of savory dishes. The mild, sweet flavor makes it ideal for pairing with vinaigrettes, creamy dressings, or in combination with other leafy greens in salads.
