Grow beauty and flavor all year long!
Marvel of Four Seasons is a French heirloom butterhead that lives up to its nameāthriving in both cool and warm weather with stunning red-tinged leaves and a tender, buttery bite. Itās a garden marvel that brings elegance to every salad.
Variety:Ā Marvel of Four Seasons (Lactuca sativa)
Growth Habit:Ā Cool-season annual
Height:Ā 8ā12 inches
Flavor Profile:Ā Mild, buttery, and sweet
Color:Ā Green inner leaves with red-bronze outer tones
Planting Conditions:Ā Direct sow or transplant in full sun
Harvest Timeline:Ā Ready in 50ā60 days
Uses:Ā Ideal for salads, wraps, and gourmet greens
Fun Fact:Ā This variety has been grown in France since the 1800s and is prized for its adaptability and flavor across seasons.
Whether itās spring, summer, or fall, Marvel of Four Seasons keeps your garden and kitchen stocked with tender, flavorful greens. Its red-bronze leaves add a splash of color to salad bowls, and its buttery texture makes it perfect for wraps or layering into sandwiches. Itās a true heirloom treasure that performs beautifully in changing weather.
To Full Size or Baby Greens
šĀ Choose a Sunny Spot:Ā Full sun to partial shade works well for this adaptable lettuce.
š±Ā Sow the Seeds:Ā Plant ¼ inch deep, spacing 6ā8 inches apart.
š§Ā Water Regularly:Ā Keep soil moistāconsistent watering helps heads form.
šæĀ Thin and Maintain:Ā Thin to 10ā12 inches apart for full heads or harvest outer leaves for continuous greens.
āļøĀ Harvest:Ā Snip outer leaves or cut whole heads when full and colorful.