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Butterhead Lettuce 'Wonder of Four Seasons' – Strong and Versatile

The butterhead lettuce 'Wonder of Four Seasons' is an old and vigorous variety, well resistant to cold and drought. This versatile type is suitable for all seasons and forms a large, firm head with reddish-brown leaves.

Growing Tips for Butterhead Lettuce 'Wonder of Four Seasons'

Sowing

Sow indoors from February to March, and directly in the open ground from the last frost until June.

Sow directly in rows or broadcast, or in a seedbed. If grown in a seedbed, transplant the young plants after about four weeks, once they have 4 to 5 leaves, leaving 30 cm between plants.

For direct sowing: thin to 10 cm first, then to 30 cm to allow enough space.

Butterhead lettuce requires good sunlight, well-decomposed compost, and regular watering in dry conditions.

For a continuous harvest, sow every 3 weeks from February to September, choosing suitable varieties for each season.

Care and Disease Prevention

Keep the soil moist by mulching, and water regularly during dry spells.

Harvesting

Lettuce is ready for harvest 8 to 10 weeks after sowing. Cut the head at the base once fully formed.

After harvesting, it can be stored for a few days in the refrigerator.

Useful Tips

• Easy to grow, ideal for an extended harvest period.
• Protect young plants from slugs with natural barriers like crushed eggshells or coffee grounds.

With proper care, butterhead lettuce 'Wonder of Four Seasons' is a reliable and adaptable choice for your vegetable garden!