{"product_id":"butterhead-lettuce-mirla-lettuce","title":"Butterhead Lettuce (Mirla Lettuce)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"813\" class=\"\"\u003eMirla Lettuce is a refined butterhead variety, known for its tightly packed heads of soft, pale green leaves and excellent buttery flavour. Its firm yet tender texture makes it a perfect addition to both fresh summer salads and sandwiches. With strong tolerance to heat and resistance to bolting, Mirla is a dependable choice for extended harvests through the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"1018\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Mirla Lettuce?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eIdeal for Zones 3–9, Mirla grows well in full sun to partial shade in fertile, well-drained soil. 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