{"product_id":"white-boston-lettuce-seeds-500-lactuca-sativa-butterhead-seeds-for-planting","title":"White Boston Lettuce Seeds – 500 Lactuca sativa Butterhead Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite Boston Lettuce is a classic butterhead variety known for its soft, tender leaves and mild, buttery flavor. This cool-season favorite forms loose, rosette-shaped heads that are perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Its light green leaves have a smooth texture and a subtle sweetness that makes it a popular choice for home gardeners and market growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, White Boston Lettuce performs best in the cooler months of spring and fall. Whether you're planting in a vegetable garden, raised bed, or container, these seeds offer a reliable way to enjoy fresh, homegrown lettuce. With 500 seeds, you'll have plenty for successive sowings and a continuous harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButterhead type with soft, tender leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, buttery flavor ideal for fresh eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms loose, rosette-shaped heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool-season annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for salads, sandwiches, and wraps\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 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-9 (as a cool-season crop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45-60 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow White Boston 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. Plant seeds about 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow heads to develop properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide regular watering and mulch to keep the soil cool and moist. Lettuce prefers cooler temperatures and may bolt in hot weather; provide afternoon shade in warmer climates. Harvest leaves as needed or cut entire heads when mature. For a continuous supply, sow seeds every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 White Boston Lettuce seeds (Lactuca sativa).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835976712502,"sku":"FOLIA2-1445","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6524866496_3lxi_97719eaa-2315-40ef-ba14-8fe5f77ec426.jpg?v=1793096744","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/white-boston-lettuce-seeds-500-lactuca-sativa-butterhead-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}