Unwins Herb Lettuce Butterhead Marvel of Four Seasons - 1000 Seeds

Unwins Butterhead Lettuce ‘Marvel of Four Seasons’ Seeds

Butterhead Lettuce ‘Marvel of Four Seasons’ is a beautiful and historic French heirloom variety, dating back to the late nineteenth century. It produces attractive, soft butterhead lettuces with a striking mix of green and deep red leaves, creating an eye-catching addition to both the garden and the plate.

One of the unique features of this variety is that the leaf colour deepens as temperatures cool, making it especially attractive in spring and autumn plantings. Alongside its good looks, Marvel of Four Seasons delivers excellent flavour with tender, sweet leaves ideal for salads.

Reliable and versatile, this variety offers a long harvesting period, allowing gardeners to enjoy fresh lettuce over an extended season. It performs well in gardens, raised beds, and allotments.

Pack contains approximately 1000 seeds.

Key Features

Classic butterhead lettuce variety

Attractive red and green leaves

French heirloom dating back to the late 1800s

Leaf colour deepens in cooler conditions

Excellent flavour and tender texture

Long harvesting period

Prefers a full sun position

Pack contains 1000 seeds

How to Grow Butterhead Lettuce ‘Marvel of Four Seasons’

Sow seeds indoors or directly outdoors from March to July.

For indoor sowing, sow thinly into trays or modules filled with fine seed compost and cover lightly. Harden off seedlings before planting outdoors.

For direct sowing, sow thinly into prepared soil and cover lightly. Thin seedlings gradually to allow heads to develop properly.

Grow in a sunny position with fertile, moisture-retentive soil. Water regularly to ensure steady growth and prevent bolting.

Harvest leaves as needed or cut whole heads when mature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Marvel of Four Seasons special?
Its rich red and green colouring, historic heritage, and colour that deepens in cooler weather make it a standout variety.

Is it good for salads?
Yes. It has excellent flavour and makes a very attractive salad lettuce.

How long can I harvest it for?
It offers a long harvesting window, especially with succession sowing.

Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. It’s an easy and reliable lettuce to grow.

Perfect For

Garden and allotment growing

Colourful salad displays

Heirloom vegetable gardens

Successional sowing

Beginner and experienced gardeners