{"id":10017920072,"title":"Lettuce Seeds - Leaf - Bronze Guard","handle":"lettuce-leaf-bronze-guard-seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e70 days.  This striking bronze\/green colored oakleaf type lettuce has great flavor, even when other lettuces are getting bitter.  Beautiful in the garden, in a salad, or as a garnish.  Great for adding some color as well as nice taste.  Does well in most climates and areas.  Approx. 16000 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBronze Guard Leaf Lettuce - Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Bronze Guard Leaf Lettuce \u003ci\u003e(Lactuca sativa ‘Bronze Guard’)\u003c\/i\u003e, is a type of leaf lettuce, favored for its beautiful color, it’s often used as a garnish. With a bitter, but still flavorful taste, it’s great in salads. The leaves are curled, with a light red color contrasting the green. It is very juicy for lettuce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze Guard lettuce will grow in almost any zone. It can be a winter crop in milder zones. It prefers full sun, but over heating can lead to tip burn and splitting. Harvest before the leaves get too large, for optimum flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLettuce can have staggered planting for a continuous crop. The outer leaves can be picked before the inner leaves, and lettuce will keep growing, which allows for an extended harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6 plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Latin Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003e Lactuca sativa \u003c\/i\u003e‘Bronze Guard’\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVariety: \u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf Lettuce\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf Lettuce\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per Oz: \u003c\/strong\u003e Approx 16,000\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx 70-79\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO: \u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Treated:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Pelleted:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Hybrid: \u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOpen Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-11\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUses: \u003c\/strong\u003e Salads, sandwiches, cooking, garden\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTemp Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooler\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun, or Partial Shade\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eResistances: \u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eComments:\u003c\/strong\u003eThis variety is a staff favorite.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 2 plant-info-table2\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-responsive\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eSeed Planting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eSeeds per Ounce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eGermination Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eDays to Germination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eRow Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003e100' Row Yield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e1\/8”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003eApprox 16,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e60 to 70 F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e5-12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e12”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e18”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e- 50 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003eFull Sun, or Partial Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSowing: \u003c\/b\u003eIt’s recommended that you direct sow your seeds outdoors. Plant as soon as soil can be worked. If starting indoors, start seeds in trays 3 weeks before transplanting outside. Seeds need light to germinate, so do not cover them with too much soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/b\u003e Harden off your lettuce for 3 days before planting outside. Roots are shallow, so be careful not to disturb the beds once they are planted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil Preference: \u003c\/b\u003eCool, loose soil. The temperature needs to be below 70 degrees for the seeds to germinate properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep soil moist, but not soggy. Lettuce needs direct sun, but over heating can cause it to wilt, or prematurely bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen harvesting, use scissors to cut what you need, and you will get growth for a few more weeks. Use leaves before they get too big, as they tend to get bitter the bigger they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clear\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-30T11:48:01-06:00","created_at":"2017-06-30T11:48:06-06:00","vendor":"Mountain Valley Seed Co.","type":"Vegetable Seeds","tags":["Annual","Cooler","Full Sun","Green","Heirloom","Heirloom_web","Lettuce","Non-GMO","Open Pollinated","Partial Shade","Purple","Seeds","veg_lettuce","Vegetable","Zone 4","Zone 5","Zone 6","Zone 7","Zone 8","Zone 9"],"price":593,"price_min":593,"price_max":1990,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":39193002696,"title":"1 oz","option1":"1 oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"11075","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4930490859635,"product_id":10017920072,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-09-05T14:21:46-06:00","updated_at":"2019-07-12T18:02:03-06:00","alt":"Lettuce Leaf Bronze Guard Seed","width":700,"height":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/lettuce-leaf-bronze-guard-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1562976123","variant_ids":[39193002696,39193002760,39193002824]},"available":true,"name":"Lettuce Seeds - Leaf - Bronze Guard - 1 oz","public_title":"1 oz","options":["1 oz"],"price":593,"weight":45,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"740006027549"},{"id":39193002760,"title":"4 oz","option1":"4 oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"11074","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4930490859635,"product_id":10017920072,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-09-05T14:21:46-06:00","updated_at":"2019-07-12T18:02:03-06:00","alt":"Lettuce Leaf Bronze Guard Seed","width":700,"height":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/lettuce-leaf-bronze-guard-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1562976123","variant_ids":[39193002696,39193002760,39193002824]},"available":true,"name":"Lettuce Seeds - Leaf - Bronze Guard - 4 oz","public_title":"4 oz","options":["4 oz"],"price":981,"weight":132,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"740006027532"},{"id":39193002824,"title":"1 lb","option1":"1 lb","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"11073","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4930490859635,"product_id":10017920072,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-09-05T14:21:46-06:00","updated_at":"2019-07-12T18:02:03-06:00","alt":"Lettuce Leaf Bronze Guard Seed","width":700,"height":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/lettuce-leaf-bronze-guard-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1562976123","variant_ids":[39193002696,39193002760,39193002824]},"available":true,"name":"Lettuce Seeds - Leaf - Bronze Guard - 1 lb","public_title":"1 lb","options":["1 lb"],"price":1990,"weight":513,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"740006027525"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/lettuce-leaf-bronze-guard-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1562976123","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/non-gmo-sprouting-seed_73e9f4ca-926c-4d5b-87e5-56b3b8e6d18c.jpg?v=1562976123"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/lettuce-leaf-bronze-guard-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1562976123","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e70 days.  This striking bronze\/green colored oakleaf type lettuce has great flavor, even when other lettuces are getting bitter.  Beautiful in the garden, in a salad, or as a garnish.  Great for adding some color as well as nice taste.  Does well in most climates and areas.  Approx. 16000 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBronze Guard Leaf Lettuce - Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Bronze Guard Leaf Lettuce \u003ci\u003e(Lactuca sativa ‘Bronze Guard’)\u003c\/i\u003e, is a type of leaf lettuce, favored for its beautiful color, it’s often used as a garnish. With a bitter, but still flavorful taste, it’s great in salads. The leaves are curled, with a light red color contrasting the green. It is very juicy for lettuce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze Guard lettuce will grow in almost any zone. It can be a winter crop in milder zones. It prefers full sun, but over heating can lead to tip burn and splitting. Harvest before the leaves get too large, for optimum flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLettuce can have staggered planting for a continuous crop. The outer leaves can be picked before the inner leaves, and lettuce will keep growing, which allows for an extended harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6 plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Latin Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003e Lactuca sativa \u003c\/i\u003e‘Bronze Guard’\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVariety: \u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf Lettuce\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf Lettuce\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per Oz: \u003c\/strong\u003e Approx 16,000\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx 70-79\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO: \u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Treated:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Pelleted:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Hybrid: \u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOpen Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-11\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUses: \u003c\/strong\u003e Salads, sandwiches, cooking, garden\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTemp Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooler\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun, or Partial Shade\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eResistances: \u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eComments:\u003c\/strong\u003eThis variety is a staff favorite.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 2 plant-info-table2\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-responsive\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eSeed Planting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eSeeds per Ounce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eGermination Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eDays to Germination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eRow Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003e100' Row Yield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table1\"\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e1\/8”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003eApprox 16,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e60 to 70 F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e5-12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e12”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e18”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003e- 50 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"plant-info-table\"\u003eFull Sun, or Partial Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSowing: \u003c\/b\u003eIt’s recommended that you direct sow your seeds outdoors. Plant as soon as soil can be worked. If starting indoors, start seeds in trays 3 weeks before transplanting outside. Seeds need light to germinate, so do not cover them with too much soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/b\u003e Harden off your lettuce for 3 days before planting outside. Roots are shallow, so be careful not to disturb the beds once they are planted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil Preference: \u003c\/b\u003eCool, loose soil. The temperature needs to be below 70 degrees for the seeds to germinate properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep soil moist, but not soggy. Lettuce needs direct sun, but over heating can cause it to wilt, or prematurely bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen harvesting, use scissors to cut what you need, and you will get growth for a few more weeks. Use leaves before they get too big, as they tend to get bitter the bigger they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clear\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e"}