Lettuce Manzanita Seed
Best heat-tolerant lettuce for gardeners seeking reliable, vibrant harvests.
Experience the unique Manzanita lettuce from Harris Seeds, featuring striking bronze-red leaves that fade to green at the center. This variety forms upright, tight heads with a short core, making it slow to bolt and resistant to tip burn. It's a reliable performer, especially in high-temperature conditions, offering fast growth and minimal susceptibility to pests. Manzanita lettuce is a dependable choice for gardeners seeking consistent results and vibrant color throughout the growing season.
$3.22
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3177
/ 6090
#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Seed Count
250
/ seeds
Who it's for
- Gardeners in hot climates wanting summer harvests
- Home cooks prioritizing tender, sweet salad greens
- Market growers needing consistent, uniform plant yields
Who should skip it
- Busy harvesters unable to refrigerate produce immediately
- Organic growers wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant crops
- Budget-conscious gardeners preferring common, inexpensive seed varieties
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Stays crisp and productive even when summer temperatures climb.
Bolting Resistance
Maintains harvest quality long after other varieties begin to flower.
Growth Speed
Reaches maturity in just 48 days for quick garden turnover.
Pest Resilience
Robust foliage naturally discourages common garden pests and insects.
Ease of Planting
Pelleted seeds ensure precise spacing and effortless handling during sowing.
Visual Appeal
Striking bronze-red leaves add significant aesthetic value to any salad.
Key Specs
Seed Count
250 seeds
Days to Maturity
48 days
Plant Type
Vegetable
Life Cycle
Annual
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Seed Form
Pelleted Seeds
Planting Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Features
- Vibrant bronze-red to green leaves
- Upright, tight head formation
- Slow to bolt for extended harvest
- Resistant to tip burn
- Reliable in high temperatures
- Fast growth habit
- Minimal pest susceptibility
What customers say
Customers highly value the Manzanita Seed for its exceptional reliability and superior eating quality. This variety consistently delivers impressive germination rates, fostering robust growth for all gardeners. The lettuce is frequently praised for its outstanding texture and flavor, described as crisp, buttery, and sweet, significantly enhancing home salads. A key benefit noted is its strong bolt resistance, which allows for successful harvests even in warmer conditions or extended seasons. Reviewers appreciate that the lettuce maintains quality without quickly turning bitter. Overall, this dependable seed offers strong value by reliably producing premium heads, making it a highly recommended garden staple.
Know before you buy
Manzanita is specifically bred for heat tolerance. It is slow to bolt and resistant to tip burn, making it a reliable choice for gardeners in warmer climates or during the peak of summer.
Pelleted seeds are coated in a clay-based material to make them larger and more uniform in shape. This makes them much easier to handle and space accurately during the planting process.
You can expect to harvest this variety in approximately 48 days after planting. Germination typically occurs within 6 to 10 days under proper conditions.
Yes, its upright, tight head formation makes it well-suited for container gardening. Just ensure your container has adequate drainage and receives full sun exposure.
These seeds should be direct sown into the soil at a depth of 0.125 to 0.25 inches. For optimal growth, space your plants 8 to 14 inches apart within rows, with 1 to 2 feet between rows.
Manzanita performs best when the soil temperature is between 60-65°F. It requires moderate watering and should be planted in a location that receives full sun.
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