{"product_id":"bibb-butterhead-lettuce-seeds-1g-lactuca-sativa-heirloom-non-gmo","title":"Bibb Butterhead Lettuce Seeds 1g | Lactuca sativa Heirloom Non-GMO","description":"\u003cp\u003eBibb Butterhead Lettuce is a classic heirloom variety prized for its small, compact rosettes of soft, buttery-green leaves. Its sweet, tender texture and mild flavor make it a favorite for fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps, and the loose heads are easy to harvest leaf by leaf or as a whole head. This non-GMO heirloom lettuce is a dependable choice for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBibb lettuce grows quickly and stays compact, making it well suited to small spaces, patio pots, and succession plantings throughout the cooler parts of the season. Its attractive, cup-shaped leaves also work well as edible garnishes or lettuce cups for serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom butterhead lettuce with sweet, tender leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact rosette growth habit suited to small gardens and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, buttery-green leaves ideal for salads and sandwiches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-GMO seed for home vegetable gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to cool-season planting and succession sowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lactuca sativa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual leafy vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist; avoid drying out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, loose butterhead rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown for foliage; cool-season crop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants about 8 to 12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Bibb lettuce seeds shallowly, about 1\/8 inch deep, and keep the soil consistently moist until germination. Lettuce germinates best in cool conditions, so start seeds in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Thin seedlings to give each plant room to form a compact head, and provide partial shade during warmer weather to help prevent bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep leaves tender and avoid stress, and mulch lightly to retain soil moisture. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut whole heads when mature. For a steady supply, sow small batches every few weeks during cool growing periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 gram of Bibb Butterhead Lettuce seeds (Lactuca sativa), heirloom and non-GMO.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824806592822,"sku":"FOLIA2-1305","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6472332730_199f.jpg?v=1793004745","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/bibb-butterhead-lettuce-seeds-1g-lactuca-sativa-heirloom-non-gmo","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}