Iceberg Lettuce Seeds

A Staple of Fresh Salads, this variety is a go-to choice among both home gardeners and professional growers. Ideal for year-round cultivation, it thrives under protected conditions or in open fields. With an array of colours and textures, this lettuce adds both visual appeal and freshness to any salad mix.

Best Planting Time for Lettuce in the UK:

• Protected Cultivation: Sow indoors or in a greenhouse from January to October for continuous production. Use cloches or polytunnels to extend the season during colder months.
• Outdoor Sowing: Direct sow outdoors from March to August when the soil has warmed up to around 10°C. Ensure protection from late frosts in early spring.
• Baby Leaf Production: Sow every 2-3 weeks for a consistent harvest of tender, young leaves.

Ideal Growing Conditions:

• Soil: Prefers light, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
• Sunlight: Requires a sunny or partially shaded spot.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings to about 20-25 cm apart for full-sized heads or closer for 'baby leaf' production.

Harvesting Tips:

• Baby Leaf: Harvest tender leaves as soon as they reach 10-15 cm in height, usually around 30 days after sowing.
• Full Heads: Harvest after 60-75 days, or when the heads are fully formed and firm to the touch.