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Buttercrunch Lettuce Seeds - Crunchy & Tender Leaves, Perfect for Fresh Salads, Heat Tolerant, Non-GMO, Ideal for Home Gardens and Containers
$4.99 CAD
Maturity

65 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Easy to grow
Life cycle

Annual
Grow Zones

3 - 9

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Crisp Features: Enjoy the thick, tender leaves of Buttercrunch lettuce, known for its sweet flavor and smooth, buttery texture.
  • Easy Growing: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, adaptable to a range of soil types; simply sow lightly covering seeds in a sunny spot.
  • Quick Harvest: Ready to pick in just 60-70 days from planting, providing a fast and continuous yield throughout the season.
  • Kitchen Favorite: Perfect for gourmet salads, sandwiches, or as a nutritious addition to burgers and wraps due to its crispy, succulent leaves.
  • Robust Variety: Demonstrates good resistance to bolting and is heat tolerant, ensuring a resilient growth in diverse climates.

Buttercrunch Lettuce is a must-have for every garden, offering a delightful mix of crunchy and tender leaves that are perfect for fresh salads. This heat-tolerant variety is ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners, providing a reliable harvest in just 60-70 days. Plant your seeds in a sunny spot and enjoy the benefits of home-grown, non-GMO lettuce all season long.

With its sweet flavor and smooth, buttery texture, Buttercrunch Lettuce is a kitchen favorite, enhancing any dish from gourmet salads to sandwiches. Its robust nature resists bolting, ensuring continuous growth even in warmer climates. Start your gardening journey today and experience the satisfaction of cultivating your own fresh produce.
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 900
Average germination rate: 85%

Package sizes

  • 2 grams — 1,800 seeds — 1,530 plants — covers about 1,200–1,500 sq. ft.
  • 12.5 grams — 11,250 seeds — 9,563 plants — covers about 7,650–9,550 sq. ft.
  • 125 grams — 112,500 seeds — 95,625 plants — covers about 76,500–95,600 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Compact, rosette-forming butterhead habit
  • Height: 15–25 cm (6–10 in)
  • Spread: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)
  • Space plants 20–30 cm (8–12 in) apart in rows 30–45 cm (12–18 in); roughly 0.8–1.0 sq. ft. per plant

Choosing a packet size

  • A 2-gram packet is ideal for home gardeners, small beds, and containers. Great for trialing the variety and for succession sowings to keep salads coming.
  • The 12.5-gram packet suits larger home gardens and community plots. Provides enough seed for multiple sowings to ensure a steady supply and to fill raised beds.
  • The 125-gram packet is best for market growers, CSAs, and landscapers. Offers ample seed for extensive plantings, weekly successions, or salad mix production.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow Buttercrunch Lettuce seeds directly into the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in spring. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, spacing them 12 inches apart in rows 18 inches apart.

Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days. Keep the soil consistently moist to ensure successful germination. Once seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them to 12 inches apart to allow for full growth. Harden off seedlings before transplanting if starting indoors.

Water regularly to maintain soil moisture, especially during dry spells. Harvest leaves as needed, starting with the outer leaves, to encourage continued growth. Enjoy the crisp, buttery texture of the leaves in salads and sandwiches.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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