{"product_id":"lettuce-butterhead-marvel-of-four-seasons-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Lettuce Butterhead Marvel of Four Seasons 1000 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:rgb(246,19,23);\"\u003eLettuce Butterhead Marvel of Four Seasons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a French heirloom with colorful rosettes of bronze, red, gold and green-toned leaves. Its tender texture and mild, buttery flavor make it a beautiful choice for fresh salads and garden-to-table meals. Harvest young leaves or allow plants to develop medium to large butterhead heads. The existing variety information lists approximately 40 days to harvest; timing and head development depend on growing conditions and harvest stage. Each packet contains 1,000 non-GMO, heirloom seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 84%. Test Date: 3\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eWhy Choose Marvel of Four Seasons Lettuce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze-red outer leaves and green tones bring visual interest to both the garden and salad bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTender butterhead texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild leaves pair well with light dressings that do not overwhelm their delicate flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young leaves or grow plants into fuller heads, matching harvest stage to your needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy a traditional open-pollinated variety with a history in kitchen gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool-season planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow for spring or fall harvests according to local conditions. The name does not guarantee year-round performance; heat can cause bolting or poor germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow shallowly, approximately 1\/8 inch deep, in a fine seedbed. Keep the surface evenly moist while seeds germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun and soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use fertile, well-drained soil. Full sun works well in cool weather; afternoon shade can help during warm spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin plants approximately 8 to 12 inches apart for head development, or plant more closely for young-leaf harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain consistent moisture without saturating the roots. Mulch lightly around established plants to reduce drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incorporate compost and feed according to soil needs and fertilizer label directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuccession planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow small batches every 2 to 3 weeks while conditions remain suitable for a steadier harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut clean leaves or whole heads during the cool part of the day. Rinse harvested lettuce and chill promptly for freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color:#0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tear tender leaves and toss gently with a light vinaigrette just before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSandwiches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add washed, dried leaves for a mild, fresh layer in sandwiches and burgers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLettuce cups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use larger intact leaves to hold cooled grain, bean or vegetable fillings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick wilting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a handful to warm dishes at the end of preparation for a softened, delicate texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;font-weight:700;\"\u003eOrder Marvel of Four Seasons Lettuce Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant 1,000 heirloom seeds and grow colorful butterhead lettuce for your own fresh salads.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrition refers to the lettuce you grow, not the planting seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety-specific analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e No verified nutritional analysis for this variety is supplied, so exact nutrient amounts and % Daily Value are not stated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf color, head size, flavor, maturity and yield vary with weather, soil and care. This variety is not guaranteed to grow in every season or climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry, dark place. Packet contents are for planting, not eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match sowing dates to your local cool-season growing windows. Consult local extension guidance for heat and frost protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eMarvel of Four Seasons Garden Salad with Lemon-Dijon Dressing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse harvested lettuce, not the planting seeds in this packet. Serves 4 as a side dish. Prep: 15 minutes. No cooking required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 medium head Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce, about 6 loosely packed cups torn leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 small cucumber, thinly sliced into half moons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon Dijon mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon honey, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly ground black pepper, to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate the lettuce leaves, rinse under running water and dry thoroughly in a salad spinner or with clean towels. Tear into bite-sized pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace lettuce, washed cucumber and halved tomatoes in a large bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, optional honey, salt and pepper until blended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrizzle on enough dressing to lightly coat the leaves. Toss gently and serve immediately, offering any remaining dressing separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptions and storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omit honey or use maple syrup for a vegan dressing. Check mustard ingredients for allergens. Keep washed, dried lettuce refrigerated and store dressing separately; dressed leaves soften quickly. 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