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Bibb
LettuceLactuca sativa 'Bibb'
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 55 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- pH 6–7
Overview
A classic American butterhead lettuce developed in Kentucky, prized for its exceptionally tender leaves and sweet, delicate flavor. The small, compact heads form perfect individual serving sizes with butter-soft texture that melts in your mouth. This gourmet variety is favored by chefs and home gardeners who appreciate premium salad quality.
Planting
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow in early spring. Prefers cool weather for best head formation.
Growing
Sun: partial. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, slugs, cutworms, flea beetles. Common diseases: Tipburn, downy mildew, lettuce drop, bottom rot.