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Marvel of Four Seasons Butterhead Lettuce Seeds
Marvel of Four Seasons Butterhead Lettuce Seeds
Lactuca sativa
550 seeds
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Product Details
Product Details
Both tasty and attractive, this 1800s French heirloom also known as Merveille de Quatre Saisons has tender, sweet leaves that are green at the base, turning to a beautiful cranberry-red, and forming a crinkly rosette that almost looks like a flower! If kept moist, it won't turn bitter when heat arrives. Rosettes are 8"–12" in diameter, good for large containers.
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- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
- Growing Info
Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 21–55 days
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Butterhead Lettuce (Learn more)
Native: Unknown; lettuce has been in cultivation for a long time.
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Plant Dimensions: 8"–12" wide, 6"–8" tall
Variety Info: Marvel of Four Seasons' is also known by the original French name, Merveille de Quatre Saisons. Large, crinkled leaves in a loose rosette are green at the base turning to cranberry-red; tender and sweet.
Attributes: Frost Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 40°F, ideally 60°–70°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 4 to 6 weeks before your average first fall frost date. Mild Climates: Sow in fall and winter for cool season harvests.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, and in summer when soil temperatures are too warm (above 80°F) to germinate lettuce seed.
Sprouts in: 5–10 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): Surface to ⅛"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Row Spacing: 16"
Thinning: When ½" tall, thin to 1 every 6"
Growing Info
Harvesting: Harvest in the morning, by cutting off at ground level. If regrowth is desired, cut the leaves higher, at 2". For a continual supply, outer, individual leaves can be harvested at any stage of maturity, but leave at least half of the plant for regrowth.
- Samantha G.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 3, 20245 Stars
We are getting great yields from our square foot of four seasons and salad bowl lettuces. We’re trimming every couple days and the plants continue to replenish and remain lush.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Wendy L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 3, 2026Voted top of the List
All 4 locations tested outside and in a controlled greenhouse. Outside ~ 95% germination +/- 2sd. Inside almost 100% germination.
Taste test: 12 adults, 3 children. Overall review was "highly favored" in comparison to other varieties tested. Color was a big factor with the kids.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalEGEpic GardeningNov 3, 2026Hey Wendy,
We love to hear that our Marvel of Four Seasons Butterhead Lettuce Seeds hit the top of your list with those germination rates - 95% outside and nearly 100% in your controlled greenhouse is seriously fantastic. And we love that both the adults and kids gave it such great feedback overall compared to the other varieties you tested! The fact that the color really stood out to the kids is awesome too.
Your thorough testing and feedback is super helpful for everyone in our gardening community. Thanks so much for sharing!
Keep on growing 🌻
- Twila H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsAug 22, 2026Great lettuce seeds
I love this lettuce! Always have it planted in my garden.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningAug 29, 2026Hey Twila,
We're so happy to hear that your Marvel of Four Seasons Butterhead Lettuce has become such a go-to in your garden! It's awesome that you keep coming back to plant it year after year - that's the kind of reliable favorite we love to see. Thanks so much for being part of the growing community! Keep on growing 🌻
- Stephanie B.OH, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 7, 2026Gorgeous!
My first garden, first crop- so good! My kids call it "mom's fancy lettuce" :) . The bunnies got the first round, but i had round 2 already going so all is well.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? FamiliesHow do you prefer to grow? Container - Detra F.Rated 5 out of 5 starsMay 12, 20265 Stars
Making it garden easy!!
