Description

Iceberg Lettuce is a classic crisphead variety known for its dense, round heads and refreshingly crunchy texture. Its pale green leaves have a mild, clean flavor, making it a staple for salads, sandwiches, and wraps where crispness is key.

This variety thrives in cool weather and requires a longer growing period than loose-leaf types, but rewards growers with firm, tightly packed heads. Iceberg lettuce is valued for its excellent shelf life and ability to retain freshness after harvest.

• Type: Open-pollinated annual
• Direct sow: Early spring
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 10–12 inches
• Height: 8–12 inches
• Days to harvest: 70–85 days

Lettuce grows best in cool temperatures and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds directly and keep soil consistently moist for optimal head development. Harvest when heads are firm and fully formed. For best results, plant early and avoid heat stress, which can cause bolting or loose heads.

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