Multileaf Lettuce: The Grower's Guide to Varieties from Paramount Seeds

What Is Multileaf Lettuce?

Multileaf lettuce — also known as multi-leaf, multiblad, or single-cut-type lettuce.

 Unlike traditional head lettuce, multileaf varieties produce a dense rosette of many small, tender leaves from a single central growing point. When cut at the base, the head separates into dozens of individual ready-to-eat leaves — no further processing required.

This unique structure makes multileaf lettuce exceptionally well-suited to the fresh-cut and living lettuce markets, offering growers high yields per square meter, excellent uniformity, and outstanding consumer appeal.

Why Growers Choose Multileaf Lettuce

• High yield per square meter: The dense, compact head structure allows for tight plant spacing and high production density in greenhouse and hydroponic systems.
• Ready-to-eat convenience: A single cut at the base separates the head into individual leaves, eliminating the need for chopping or further processing.
• Excellent shelf life: Multileaf varieties are bred for strong post-harvest performance, maintaining freshness and appearance longer than many traditional lettuce types.
• Consumer appeal: The tender texture, attractive appearance, and mild flavor of multileaf lettuce are highly valued in retail and foodservice markets.
• Versatility: Available in green, red, blonde, and specialty types, multileaf lettuce suits a wide range of market channels from retail bags to living lettuce displays.

Popular Multileaf Lettuce Varieties from Paramount Seeds

The following varieties represent our most sought-after multileaf selections, covering green, red, and blonde types for all production systems.

Green Multileaf Varieties

Crispenza F1

Our most popular multileaf variety. A crisp-type multileaf with a distinctive crunchy texture that sets it apart from softer multileaf varieties. Crispenza delivers excellent head weight, strong uniformity, and outstanding shelf life — making it a top choice for fresh-cut and retail bag applications where texture and longevity are priorities.

Ezflor F1

A distinctive green multileaf with a floret-like leaf structure that gives it exceptional visual appeal. Ezflor is a single-cut variety with strong uniformity and excellent post-harvest performance, making it ideal for premium retail and living lettuce presentations.

Multigreen 1 F1

A proven, reliable green multileaf with a classic tender leaf texture and consistent head formation. Multigreen 1 is a versatile performer suited to a wide range of greenhouse and hydroponic production systems, delivering dependable results season after season.

Multigreen 60 F1

A well-established green multileaf with excellent uniformity and strong plant vigor. Multigreen 60 is particularly well-suited to high-density production systems and delivers a bright, attractive head with good shelf life.

Crispyano F1

A crisp green multileaf with a slightly more open head structure, offering excellent airflow within the head and strong disease resistance. Crispyano is well-suited to high-density hydroponic production and delivers consistent results across seasons.

Ezpark F1

A compact, high-yielding green multileaf with a dense head structure and excellent uniformity. Ezpark is particularly well-suited to tight plant spacing in NFT and DWC hydroponic systems, delivering strong yields without compromising head quality.

Nordic Star F1

A premium green multileaf with a refined, upright leaf structure and excellent uniformity. Nordic Star is well-suited to year-round production and delivers a consistently attractive head with strong shelf life, making it a popular choice for retail and foodservice markets.

Red Multileaf Varieties

Multired 80 F1

A vibrant red multileaf with deep, consistent coloration and excellent visual appeal. Multired 80 delivers strong red pigmentation even under variable light conditions, making it a reliable choice for year-round production. Its tender texture and mild flavor complement green multileaf varieties perfectly in mixed retail packs and living lettuce displays.

Rubyglace F1

A premium red multileaf with intense ruby coloration and outstanding visual appeal. Rubyglace delivers strong color even under lower light conditions, making it a reliable choice for year-round production. Its tender texture and mild flavor are well-suited to premium retail and foodservice markets.

Choosing the Right Multileaf Variety

Production Tips for Multileaf Lettuce

• Seeding: All Paramount Seeds multileaf varieties are available in pelleted seed for precise, efficient seeding in plug trays or direct to growing channels.
• Transplanting: Transplant at the 2–3 true leaf stage into NFT channels, DWC systems, or growing media. Maintain consistent plant spacing for uniform head development.
• Temperature: Multileaf lettuce performs best at day temperatures of 18–22°C (65–72°F) and night temperatures of 14–18°C (57–65°F). Avoid temperatures above 25°C, which can cause tip burn and bolting.
• Light: A minimum of 14–16 hours of light per day promotes compact, well-formed heads. Supplemental lighting is recommended for winter production.
• Harvest: Harvest when heads reach target weight (typically 100–150g depending on variety and market). Cut cleanly at the base and handle gently to avoid bruising.

Final Thoughts

Multileaf lettuce is one of the most successful innovations in greenhouse vegetable production. With a wide range of varieties suited to different textures, colors, and market channels, there is a multileaf option for every production system and customer base.

At Paramount Seeds, we carry the full spectrum of multileaf varieties from the world's leading lettuce breeders. Contact our team to discuss which varieties best suit your production system and market requirements.