35 to 70 Days—Gourmet Lettuce Blend
Elevate your salads and culinary creations with our Gourmet Lettuce Blend, a meticulously curated mix of diverse and flavorful lettuce varieties. This blend offers a delightful array of colors, textures, and tastes, making it a perfect choice for both home gardeners and professional chefs seeking to add a touch of elegance to their dishes.
Varieties Included:
Salad Bowl Red:
- History: An heirloom variety known for its striking deep red, frilly leaves, Salad Bowl Red has been a favorite among gardeners for its ornamental appeal and robust growth.
- Taste: Mild and slightly nutty, adding a subtle depth to salads.
- Type: Loose-leaf.
- Growth: Baby leaf in 28-35 days; full maturity in 50-60 days.
- Heat Tolerance: Moderate, with some resistance to bolting in warmer temperatures.
Black Seeded Simpson:
- History: Dating back to the 1850s, this classic variety is renowned for its rapid growth and resilience.
- Taste: Crisp and tender with a mild, sweet flavor.
- Type: Loose-leaf.
- Growth: Baby leaf in 28-35 days; full maturity in 45-50 days.
- Heat Tolerance: Moderate, known for its ability to thrive in a range of climates.
Buttercrunch Butterhead:
- History: A beloved butterhead variety, Buttercrunch is celebrated for its buttery texture and compact heads.
- Taste: Buttery and smooth with a delicate sweetness.
- Type: Butterhead.
- Growth: Baby leaf in 30-35 days; full maturity in 55-60 days.
- Heat Tolerance: Good, with some resistance to bolting.
Cimmaron Romaine:
- History: An heirloom romaine with a history of cultivation dating back to the 1700s, known for its striking red leaves.
- Taste: Crisp and slightly sweet with a hint of bitterness.
- Type: Romaine.
- Growth: Baby leaf in 28-35 days; full maturity in 55-60 days.
- Heat Tolerance: Moderate, performs well in cooler temperatures.
Oakleaf Leaf:
- History: Named for its oak-like leaves, this variety has been cherished for its unique shape and tender texture.
- Taste: Mild and slightly sweet, perfect for adding volume to salads.
- Type: Loose-leaf.
- Growth: Baby leaf in 28-35 days; full maturity in 50-55 days.
- Heat Tolerance: Moderate, with good tolerance to varying conditions.
Parris Island Cos Romaine:
- History: Developed in the 1950s, this romaine variety is named after Parris Island in South Carolina and is known for its robust growth.
- Taste: Crisp and refreshing with a classic romaine flavor.
- Type: Romaine.
- Growth: Baby leaf in 30-35 days; full maturity in 65-70 days.
- Heat Tolerance: Excellent, with strong resistance to bolting.
Prizehead Leaf:
- History: An heirloom variety prized for its beautiful, ruffled leaves and vibrant color.
- Taste: Sweet and tender, with a delicate crunch.
- Type: Loose-leaf.
- Growth: Baby leaf in 28-35 days; full maturity in 50-60 days.
- Heat Tolerance: Moderate, with some resistance to heat.
Overview:
Our Gourmet Lettuce Blend is designed to provide a continuous harvest of fresh, flavorful leaves throughout the growing season. Whether you're crafting a simple salad or a gourmet dish, this blend offers a versatile and nutritious base. With a range of textures from crisp romaines to tender butterheads, and a spectrum of colors from deep reds to vibrant greens, this mix is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Enjoy the diversity and resilience of these time-tested varieties, each contributing its unique character to your garden and table.
Packet: 75 Seeds