{"product_id":"garnet-butter-lettuce","title":"Lettuce, Garnet Butter","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"49\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"26\"\u003eLettuce, Garnet Butter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"29\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e(Lactuca sativa)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eGarnet Butter Lettuce is a striking butterhead variety with deep burgundy-red outer leaves and tender, pale green hearts. Known for its soft texture and mild, sweet flavor, this lettuce forms loose, compact heads perfect for fresh salads and spring harvests. Its beautiful coloration also adds visual depth to mixed greens beds and market displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"431\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"649\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"464\"\u003eTender Butterhead Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eLeaves are soft, supple, and slightly sweet with the classic melt-in-your-mouth texture butterhead lettuces are known for. Ideal for fresh salads, wraps, and delicate greens mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eBeautiful Garnet-Red Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eOuter leaves develop a rich burgundy to garnet-red color that contrasts with the light green inner heart. Adds strong visual appeal to garden beds and harvest baskets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eCool-Season Garden Performer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eThrives in cooler temperatures of spring and fall. 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