Butter Crunch
Our second variety to grow from South GA Seed Co and it was a hit. Large leaves and very tender, literally melts in your mouth.
Buttercrunch lettuce, a gem in the world of leafy greens. Its leaves, a vibrant emerald hue, contrast strikingly with the delicate, creamy white ribs. This lush, buttery variety is a feast for the eyes and the palate, presenting a soft, tender crunch that melts into a subtle, sweet flavor upon each bite. The rosettes of Buttercrunch lettuce form a graceful, slightly compact head, making it an elegant addition to any garden or salad bowl.
This resilient green thrives in cool weather, making it ideal for early spring and fall gardens. To sow the seeds, gently scatter them over moist soil, and lightly cover with a thin layer of earth. Within days, tiny sprouts begin to emerge, hinting at the verdant beauty to come. Regular watering ensures the leaves remain plump and vibrant, while a touch of morning sunlight encourages robust growth. Buttercrunch’s shallow roots necessitate a well-draining bed, yet it adapts readily to containers, making it versatile for both sprawling gardens and cozy balconies.
- QTY: 500
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/8"
- Germination Temperature: 40-65
- Days to Germination: 2-14
- Row Spacing: 12"
- Plant Spacing: 8"
- 100' Row Yield: 80 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 68 days
How to Save Seeds
Lettuce is a self pollinator, so you can grow different varieties 50 ft apart. Lettuce needs to be about 2 inches tall when the cold weather moves in so planting will largely depend upon location. The plants are them mulched heavy until next year when they will begin to bolt upwards. Once they do bolt the lettuce can no longer be eaten as it will be bitter. The plant sends forth a stalk into the air 4 to 5 ft high. Then flowers appear and continue to open for over a month and then the seeds also start coming in. Watch the plant for feathery seeds and then collect them by shaking over a paper bag.