Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce Seeds

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[Lactuca sativa var. capitata] Maravilla de Verano batavia lettuce seeds, large closed head, heat-resistant Spanish heirloom.

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Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

A historic variety of Spanish origin, Maravilla de Verano forms a large, tightly closed head with blistered outer leaves and jagged edges, particularly prized for its resistance to summer heat.

The Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce Plant

It belongs to the species Lactuca sativa var. capitata, family Asteraceae. A voluminous head with a light, tightly closed heart, with green blistered outer leaves slightly wavy at the edges.

How to Sow Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

Sow in a protected seedbed or directly in the field from April to July, transplanting at a spacing of about 30x30 cm between plants.

How to Grow Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

It requires soil rich in organic matter and well-drained, with regular watering during the hottest periods to keep the head turgid and crisp.

Tips for Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

Its name, meaning "summer marvel", highlights its particular suitability for summer sowing, when many other lettuce varieties would tend to bolt early.

Diseases and Pests of Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

It can be affected by collar rot in overly humid soil conditions; aphids and slugs are the most common pests to monitor.

Uses and Curiosities of Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

Ideal for summer salads, it pairs well with ripe tomatoes, red onion and olives; its historic popularity makes it a variety still sought after by home growers.

Properties of Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

Rich in water, fibre and mineral salts such as potassium and calcium, as well as vitamins A, C and folate, particularly suited to light summer diets.

Nutritional Values of Maravilla de Verano Batavia Lettuce

Per 100 grams, Maravilla de Verano batavia lettuce provides about 15 kcal, 1.2 g protein, 2.2 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.3 g fibre. Good source of potassium and folate.