Delight in the crisp, delicate leaves of West Coast Seeds - Buttercrunch Lettuce. This Bibb-type lettuce forms a tight rosette of soft, dark-green, upward-facing leaves surrounding a tender, pale center. Renowned for its flavor and texture, Buttercrunch lettuce is perfect for wraps and salads. The small hearts remain sweet and tender, even in hot weather. Suitable for spring and fall planting, Buttercrunch also thrives in cold frames or greenhouses, making it an excellent choice for year-round cultivation in milder climates.
Key Features:
- Bibb-Type Lettuce: Forms a tight rosette with tender, pale centers.
- Heat-Resistant: Hearts do not become bitter in hot weather.
- Versatile Growth: Thrives in cool seasons and under protection for winter growth.
- Open Pollinated: Ensures genetic diversity and sustainability.
- Matures in 67 Days: Ready for harvest in just over two months.
Growing Information:
- Season & Zone: Cool season, full sun to partial shade.
- Timing: Best grown in cool weather in spring and fall, but can also be grown in summer and all winter in milder regions. Sow short rows every 2-3 weeks after the last frost date for a continuous harvest. Use cloches, cold frames, or greenhouses to extend the harvest into winter. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 10-22°C (50-72°F). Seeds sprout in 7-15 days.
Planting Instructions:
- Starting: Direct sow or start indoors and transplant. Sow seeds 5mm (¼”) deep or on the soil surface where it can be kept evenly moist. Space heading lettuce 30cm (12") apart, and looseleaf varieties 20-25cm (8-10") apart. Space rows 45-90cm (18-36") apart. For babyleaf lettuce, plant densely for easier harvesting.
Growing Tips:
- Ideal pH: 6.0-6.5. Ensure soil has ample drainage and lots of organic matter. Add compost and lime at least 3 weeks before planting. Use one cup of balanced organic fertilizer per 3m (10') of row for adequate nutrition. Harden off seedlings by reducing water and putting them outdoors 2-3 days before transplanting to prevent transplant shock and premature bolting. Regular watering is essential to prevent bitterness.
Harvesting Tips:
- Leaves or Heads: Pick individual leaves or harvest full heads. Mature summer lettuce stays in prime condition for a short time, so harvest promptly and keep planting. In fall and winter, plants stay in good condition longer.
Companion Planting:
- Good Companions: Beets, Brassicas, carrots, celery, chervil, cucumbers, dill, garlic, onions, radish, spinach, squash, and strawberries.
Diseases & Pests:
- Prevention: Crop rotation is essential. Tipburn, caused by calcium deficiency, can be managed by ensuring proper nutrient balance and consistent moisture. Slugs can be problematic in early and late plantings; clean up hiding places and water in the morning to control them.
Enhance your garden with the flavorful and tender West Coast Seeds - Buttercrunch Lettuce. Enjoy its heat resistance, versatility, and delicate texture in wraps, salads, and more. Ideal for continuous harvesting, this lettuce variety ensures a steady supply of fresh greens throughout the growing season.
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Delight in the crisp, delicate leaves of West Coast Seeds - Buttercrunch Lettuce. This Bibb-type lettuce forms a tight rosette of soft, dark-green, upward-facing leaves surrounding a tender, pale center. Renowned for its flavor and texture, Buttercrunch lettuce is perfect for wraps and salads. The small hearts remain sweet and tender, even in hot weather. Suitable for spring and fall planting, Buttercrunch also thrives in cold frames or greenhouses, making it an excellent choice for year-round cultivation in milder climates.
Key Features:
- Bibb-Type Lettuce: Forms a tight rosette with tender, pale centers.
- Heat-Resistant: Hearts do not become bitter in hot weather.
- Versatile Growth: Thrives in cool seasons and under protection for winter growth.
- Open Pollinated: Ensures genetic diversity and sustainability.
- Matures in 67 Days: Ready for harvest in just over two months.
Growing Information:
- Season & Zone: Cool season, full sun to partial shade.
- Timing: Best grown in cool weather in spring and fall, but can also be grown in summer and all winter in milder regions. Sow short rows every 2-3 weeks after the last frost date for a continuous harvest. Use cloches, cold frames, or greenhouses to extend the harvest into winter. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 10-22°C (50-72°F). Seeds sprout in 7-15 days.
Planting Instructions:
- Starting: Direct sow or start indoors and transplant. Sow seeds 5mm (¼”) deep or on the soil surface where it can be kept evenly moist. Space heading lettuce 30cm (12") apart, and looseleaf varieties 20-25cm (8-10") apart. Space rows 45-90cm (18-36") apart. For babyleaf lettuce, plant densely for easier harvesting.
Growing Tips:
- Ideal pH: 6.0-6.5. Ensure soil has ample drainage and lots of organic matter. Add compost and lime at least 3 weeks before planting. Use one cup of balanced organic fertilizer per 3m (10') of row for adequate nutrition. Harden off seedlings by reducing water and putting them outdoors 2-3 days before transplanting to prevent transplant shock and premature bolting. Regular watering is essential to prevent bitterness.
Harvesting Tips:
- Leaves or Heads: Pick individual leaves or harvest full heads. Mature summer lettuce stays in prime condition for a short time, so harvest promptly and keep planting. In fall and winter, plants stay in good condition longer.
Companion Planting:
- Good Companions: Beets, Brassicas, carrots, celery, chervil, cucumbers, dill, garlic, onions, radish, spinach, squash, and strawberries.
Diseases & Pests:
- Prevention: Crop rotation is essential. Tipburn, caused by calcium deficiency, can be managed by ensuring proper nutrient balance and consistent moisture. Slugs can be problematic in early and late plantings; clean up hiding places and water in the morning to control them.
Enhance your garden with the flavorful and tender West Coast Seeds - Buttercrunch Lettuce. Enjoy its heat resistance, versatility, and delicate texture in wraps, salads, and more. Ideal for continuous harvesting, this lettuce variety ensures a steady supply of fresh greens throughout the growing season.
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