Heirloom variety introduced in 1881: Offers traditional, culturally significant lettuce for diverse gardens
Large, loose heads of chartreuse green leaves: Adds volume and visual appeal to salads
Wide, wavy leaves with velvety texture: Enhances eating experience with pleasant mouthfeel
Excellent heat tolerance: Performs reliably in warmer climates and reduces bolting risk
Non-GMO and chemical-free: Ensures safe, natural growing for health-conscious consumers
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Prizehead lettuce is a very old heirloom variety introduced commercially in 1881 by D.M. Ferry and W.A. Burpee. Plants produce large, loose heads of chartreuse-green leaves with blushed red margins. Prizehead's wide, wavy leaves add volume to salad mixes and have a pleasant, velvety texture and excellent flavor. The fast-growing lettuc