{"product_id":"lettuce-yugoslavian-red-butterhead","title":"Lettuce, Yugoslavian Red Butterhead","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"76\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eLettuce, Yugoslavian Red Butterhead\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Yugoslavian Red’)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eYugoslavian Red Butterhead is a striking heirloom lettuce known for its soft, buttery texture and deep burgundy-red leaves. Combining excellent flavor with cold tolerance and visual appeal, it forms loose, tender heads that are ideal for fresh eating. This variety is especially valued in cool-season gardens and for adding color and diversity to salad mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eTender, buttery leaves with mild, sweet flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eThis butterhead lettuce produces soft, delicate leaves with a smooth texture and a mild, slightly sweet taste. The inner leaves are especially tender, making it perfect for fresh salads, wraps, and layered dishes where texture matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eDeep red coloration for visual diversity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eThe outer leaves develop rich burgundy tones, especially in cooler weather, while the inner leaves remain lighter green. This contrast adds depth and beauty to both garden beds and harvested greens, enhancing mixed salad blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eCold-tolerant and slow to bolt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eYugoslavian Red performs well in cool temperatures and can tolerate light frost, making it ideal for early spring and fall planting. It is relatively slow to bolt compared to other lettuces, extending the harvest window in warming conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eCut-and-come-again harvest potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eThis variety can be harvested as a loose leaf or allowed to form small heads. 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Harvest regularly and succession plant every 2–3 weeks for a steady supply of fresh greens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"4-pack","offer_id":48030880596227,"sku":"ANV-3172","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Lettuce_YugoslavianRedButterhead.png?v=1777475977","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/lettuce-yugoslavian-red-butterhead","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}