Lettuce Cervanek Seed
Best heat-tolerant butterhead for home gardeners seeking reliable, vibrant harvests.
Discover the Cervanek Lettuce Seed, a beautiful red butterhead variety from Harris Seeds, perfect for home gardeners. This untreated seed produces firm, substantial heads with tender, slightly blistered leaves. Cervanek lettuce offers excellent bolting tolerance and maintains its deep red color even in warmer temperatures. It thrives in spring and fall, consistently delivering uniform results in various conditions. This variety is ready for planting, promising a reliable and attractive harvest for your garden.
$49.18
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4.6
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Category Rank
3177
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#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+363%
Above average
Maturation Days
53
/ Days
Who it's for
- Gourmet home cooks seeking superior flavor and texture
- Gardeners in warmer climates wanting a longer harvest season
- Sustainable gardeners interested in saving their own seeds
Who should skip it
- Busy households needing greens that store for long periods
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer minimal pest control efforts
- Small-space growers prioritizing maximum weight yield per plant
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Maintains vibrant color and structure long after other varieties begin bolting.
Harvest Reliability
Consistent head formation ensures a predictable yield across varying garden conditions.
Leaf Texture
Blistered leaves provide a satisfying, tender crunch for fresh garden salads.
Planting Versatility
Adapts well to both spring and fall growing windows for extended harvests.
Germination Speed
Standard sprout times allow for quick establishment in the garden bed.
Visual Appeal
Deep red hues create a striking contrast in any vegetable patch.
Key Specs
Maturation Days
53 Days
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Seed Form
Loose Seeds
Variety Type
Open-Pollinated
Water Needs
Moderate
Flower Color
Red
Plant Type
Vegetable
Life Cycle
Annual
Features
- Attractive red butterhead lettuce
- Produces firm, heavy heads
- Tender, slightly blistered leaf texture
- Tolerant to bolting
- Maintains deep red hues in heat
- Best for spring and fall production
- Reliable uniformity in variable conditions
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the Lettuce Cervanek seed for its exceptional reliability and superior quality. Reviewers consistently report outstanding germination success, building immediate confidence. The resulting lettuce is highly valued for its tender, buttery texture and sweet, mild flavor, making it a culinary favorite. A key benefit is the variety's strong resilience, particularly its resistance to bolting in warmer weather, which significantly extends the harvest window. Although the initial cost is higher, customers agree the consistent, high quality and extended yield deliver excellent value. This seed is viewed as a dependable investment guaranteeing a flavorful crop, fostering strong loyalty.
Know before you buy
Cervanek lettuce typically reaches maturity in 53 days from planting.
Yes, Cervanek is bred for excellent bolting tolerance and maintains its deep red color even when temperatures rise, making it a reliable choice for late spring or early fall.
These seeds should be direct sown into the garden at a depth of 0.125 to 0.25 inches. Be sure to lightly cover the seeds, as they need a bit of light to germinate properly.
For optimal growth, space your plants 8 to 14 inches apart within the row, with 1 to 2 feet of space between each row.
No, these are untreated, open-pollinated seeds suitable for various gardening practices.
For the best results, aim for a soil temperature between 60-65°F. Under these conditions, you can expect germination to occur within 6 to 10 days.
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