PrizeheadLettuce seeds
This one is a classic! Prize Head lettuce showed up in seed catalogs decades ago. Despite its name, Prizehead boasts a loose-leafed head with light green ruffled deeply curled leaves accented with burgundy tips. Leaves can be harvested from the bottom up from early spring until fall. The fresh leaves are best in fresh salads or on sandwiches. Once harvested, the leaves stay crisper longer than other varieties while in the refrigerator. Its flavor has been described as slightly bitter with a buttery flavor.
Prizehead loves the cool weather but will stand strong against the summer heat. These do well in containers, even as small as 1 gallon. These also grow great hydroponically and in raised beds. Although the heads a robust and can take up space, regular harvesting can regulate their volume so other varieties can grow around them.
Seed count: 300
Botanic name:
Lactuca sativa var. crispa
Plant spacing:
4-6 inches
Color:
Green leaves with burgundy accents
Sowing depth:
1/4 inch deep
Sun requirements:
Full sun / part shade
Utilization:
The sturdy leaves of the Prizehead lettuce variety lend themselves well to salads or for utilizing it their long shelf life.
Frost hardy:
Yes
Maturity days:
50-60 days
Life cycle:
Biennial
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
Prize Head Lettuce, Prize-Head Lettuce
