McKenzie Lettuce Buttercrunch Seeds

Lettuce Buttercrunch produces crisp, tender leaves with a classic sweet flavour and a buttery texture. This reliable head lettuce forms compact, heat-tolerant plants that are excellent for fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps throughout the season.

Why you’ll love it:

• Crisp, tender leaves with a sweet, buttery flavour
• Heat-tolerant and reliable performance
• Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps
• Forms attractive, compact heads

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable (leaf/head lettuce)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~5–10 days
• Days to Harvest: ~60–75 days
• Height: ~20–30 cm (8–12 in)

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Butter-textured leaves; heat tolerance; classic garden favourite

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds directly outdoors in well-drained, fertile soil after all danger of frost or start indoors a few weeks earlier to get a head start on the season. Space according to packet directions and keep soil evenly moist. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut whole heads when mature. Ideal for fresh salads, sandwiches, and wraps.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.