Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce Seeds

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[Lactuca sativa var. capitata] Verdunna butterhead lettuce seeds, compact head, tender heart, sweet mild flavour.

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Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

A compact head with a very tender heart characterises Verdunna, one of the most widely grown butterhead varieties in home gardens for its delicate texture and sweet flavour.

The Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce Plant

It belongs to the species Lactuca sativa var. capitata, family Asteraceae. Smooth light green outer leaves, a tender crisp inner heart, forming a well-closed, medium-sized head.

How to Sow Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

Sow in a protected seedbed from February for the earliest transplants, continuing until July for staggered harvests, spacing about 30x30 cm.

How to Grow Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

It needs soft, well-drained soil rich in organic matter; frequent but light watering helps the head close evenly.

Tips for Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

Harvest as soon as the head is well formed and firm to the touch, to prevent it from overripening and losing crispness.

Diseases and Pests of Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

Watch for slugs and aphids in the early growth stages; waterlogging can lead to collar rot or downy mildew.

Uses and Curiosities of Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

Its tender heart is particularly well suited to delicate salads, even for children, thanks to the absence of bitterness typical of this variety.

Properties of Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

Rich in water and low in calories, it provides good amounts of potassium, vitamin A and folate, useful for a light, refreshing diet.

Nutritional Values of Verdunna Butterhead Lettuce

Per 100 grams, Verdunna butterhead lettuce provides about 14 kcal, 1.2 g protein, 2.1 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.2 g fibre. Good source of folate and potassium.