1000 Prizehead Lettuce Seeds – Heirloom, Sweet & Crisp, Heat-Tolerant, Non-GMO

Prizehead lettuce is a beloved heirloom variety known for its sweet, crisp flavor and attractive, frilly leaves. This loose-leaf lettuce forms rosettes of bright green leaves with ruffled edges and a hint of red, adding visual appeal to garden beds and salads alike. Prizehead is valued for its heat tolerance, making it a reliable choice for spring and early summer plantings in many regions. It is a versatile lettuce that can be harvested leaf by leaf or as a whole head, perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, Prizehead lettuce is easy to grow and rewards you with a bountiful harvest. Its non-GMO, heirloom status means you can save seeds for future seasons and enjoy this classic variety year after year.

Plant Features

• Heirloom loose-leaf lettuce with sweet, crisp flavor
• Attractive frilly green leaves with red tinges
• Heat-tolerant and slow to bolt compared to other lettuces
• Non-GMO seeds for sustainable gardening
• Versatile for fresh salads and garnishes

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
• Plant Type: Annual leafy green
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Loose rosette
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9 (as an annual)
• Bloom Season: Not applicable (grown for leaves)
• Mature Height: 6-12 inches
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep at 60-70°F; germination in 7-14 days
• Spacing: 6-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Prizehead lettuce seeds directly in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in spring, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. For a continuous harvest, succession plant every 2-3 weeks. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and provide partial shade in hotter climates to prevent bolting. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow for proper growth.

Fertilize lightly with a balanced organic fertilizer if needed. Harvest outer leaves when they are young and tender, or cut the entire head at the base. Prizehead lettuce is relatively pest-resistant but watch for slugs and aphids. With proper care, you can enjoy fresh, homegrown lettuce throughout the season.

What's Included

1000 Prizehead Lettuce Seeds (Lactuca sativa).