Description
Iceberg Lettuce Seeds (Crisphead Type) 1775. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approximately 1,700 seeds per packet (880 seeds per gram)
This is the classic, the all-time winner that’s been making a splash since 1894! Iceberg Lettuce forms a compact, medium-sized head with very few outer leaves and a large, ice-white heart. Its leaves are exceedingly crisp, succulent, and tender—you’ll want to get to the heart of this beauty. It’s an all-time winner that proves its value year after year.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Heirloom Vegetable (Crisphead)
- Fruit: Compact, medium head with an ice-white heart
- Features: Exceedingly crisp, succulent, and tender leaves.
Nutritional Information
Crisphead lettuce is a nutrient-rich vegetable with a refreshing, crunchy texture. It is a good source of Vitamin K and a source of Vitamin A (beta-carotene) and Folate. This lettuce also provides dietary fibre and beneficial antioxidants, making it a healthy and hydrating addition to your diet.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
- Sowing: Lettuce is a sun-loving, cool-weather crop, so sow your seeds as soon as the soil thaws in the spring. Sow about 3 mm deep in rows 45 cm apart. For a continuous supply, just keep on sowing every two weeks.
- Care: Your plants will thrive best in well-drained organic soil, so don’t get cold feet! An even supply of moisture is a crucial part of the journey to ensure the best head development. Gradually thin your seedlings to 30 cm apart.
- Harvesting: When your lettuce is ready, cut the head off at the base. But don’t let it bolt—once it starts shooting up a flower stem, it’s a sure sign the leaves are getting bitter.
- Germination: You’ll see them emerge in a chilling 7-10 days.
Why Iceberg Lettuce Seeds belong in Your Garden
Don’t keep this delicious lettuce to yourself! For a classic, dependable head with a refreshing crunch that no one can deny, this is your variety. It’s a solid choice that will provide a cool, crisp base for salads all season long. It’s a head above the rest.