{"product_id":"lettuce-butterhead-attraction","title":"Lettuce Butterhead Attraction","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"567\" data-start=\"198\"\u003eLettuce Butterhead Attraction (Lactuca sativa) is a butterhead variety known for its compact, round heads of soft, tender, and buttery-textured leaves. With a mild, sweet flavour, it’s ideal for fresh salads, wraps, and gourmet dishes. Its dense rosette of light green leaves forms a tight core while maintaining a delicate appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"569\"\u003eThis variety is well-suited to South African climates, performing best in the cooler months of autumn and spring. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, preferring rich, well-draining soil with consistent moisture. Reaching maturity in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e60-95 days, it’s excellent for both home gardens and market growing, and grows well in containers, raised beds, or open soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1108\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eButterhead Attraction offers \u003cstrong data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"991\"\u003ehigh yields\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1033\" data-start=\"1008\"\u003eresistance to bolting\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1060\" data-start=\"1039\"\u003eexcellent texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a standout choice for local growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1050\" data-start=\"838\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGarden Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFast-growing and suitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003esuccession sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring a continuous harvest.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003er\u003c\/strong\u003eaised beds, containers, and intercropping.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms well in partially shaded areas, especially in warmer provinces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Pest \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDense heads act as living mulch, offering microclimate benefits to nearby crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAttracts\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ehoverflies and lacewings, which prey on aphids.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInterplanting with herbs like thyme and garlic can naturally repel pests like aphids and slugs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional and Medicinal \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLow in calories and high in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003evitamin A, K, and folate\u003c\/strong\u003e – supports eye health, bone strength, and cell repair.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains chlorophyll and antioxidants, which may help reduce inflammation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHigh water content contributes to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003ehydration\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003edigestive health\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth and Culinary Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEasily digested and suitable for most diets.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSoft texture and mild taste make it a favourite in raw dishes, sandwiches, and fresh wraps.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2690\" data-start=\"2594\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCan be lightly steamed or sautéed when leaves mature for variety.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eButterhead Attraction Lettuce flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYear Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15\u003cspan\u003e-20°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7-14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30x30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60-95 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20-15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBolts in late spring if not harvested early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade (ideal in warmer zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLoose, fertile loam or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/mushroom-compost\" title=\"Mushroom Compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e-enriched soil; pH 6.0–7.0.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKeep soil\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eevenly moist but not waterlogged. Drip irrigation preferred for disease prevention.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eApply organic compost before sowing; light top-dress with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Vegetative\" title=\"Vegetative Fertilisers\"\u003enitrogen-rich fertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e at 3–4 weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers cooler climates; ideal for Highveld, coastal winters, and shaded summer gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Fares best in moderate humidity (50–70%); avoid overcrowding to reduce mildew risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSusceptible to aphids, slugs, and cutworms – companion planting and netting are effective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIdeal for containers, vertical planters, raised beds, or underplanting taller crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits \u003c\/strong\u003efrom\u003cstrong\u003e being planted alongside \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Carrots\" title=\"Carrot Options\"\u003ecarrots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Radish Red Coral\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/radish-red-coral\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eradishes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebeets\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/onion-texas\" title=\"Onion Texas Grano\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eonions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecucumbers\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/strawberry-milan-f1\" title=\"Strawberry Milan F1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estrawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Carrots\" title=\"Carrot Options\"\u003ecarrots\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/radish-red-coral\" title=\"Radish Red Coral\"\u003eradish\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/chamomile\" title=\"Chamomile\"\u003echamomile\u003c\/a\u003e for pest control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant after heavy feeders or legumes. Follow with root crops or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Herbs\" title=\"Herb Options\"\u003eherbs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Rejuvenation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Till in residues to add organic matter.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt too is mutually beneficial with \u003cstrong\u003echervil\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003edill\u003c\/strong\u003e – they enhance lettuce growth and deter pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting with broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ecabbage \u003c\/strong\u003eas they compete for nutrients and may attract shared pests.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor placement of large orders contact us at: office@greenhouston.co.za \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Houston","offers":[{"title":"0.04g (42 Seeds)","offer_id":46997896691955,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.16g (168 Seeds)","offer_id":46997896724723,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/LettuceButterheadAttractionSingle.png?v=1749123196","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/lettuce-butterhead-attraction","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}