Lettuce Heading Iceberg

You will get 1 gram seeds of Lettuce Heading Iceberg for planting.

Lettuce Heading Iceberg is a variety of lettuce that is perfect for salads and sandwiches. Its crisp, crunchy leaves are a bright green color with hints of yellow, and its flavor is mild and slightly sweet. This variety of lettuce is easy to grow from seed, and it will provide you with a bountiful harvest of fresh lettuce all season long.

Latin Name: Lactuca sativa

Growing From Seed:
•Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date.
•Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in moist potting soil.
•Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
•When seedlings are 3 inches tall, transplant them into the garden or containers.
•Space plants 12-18 inches apart.
•Seeds can also be sown directly in the garden after the last frost date.
•Cover the seeds lightly with soil and keep them well watered until germination occurs.

Soil Requirements:
•Lettuce prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
•Mix in aged compost or manure before planting to improve soil fertility and drainage.
•Mulch around plants to retain moisture and keep weeds at bay.

Light Requirements:
•Lettuce needs at least 6 hours of full sun each day for optimal growth.
•In hot climates, provide some afternoon shade to prevent bolting (early flowering).
•In cool climates, some varieties can tolerate partial shade or even full shade conditions.

Water Requirements:
•Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
•Water deeply once or twice a week during dry spells or drought conditions.
•Mulch around plants to help retain moisture in the soil and reduce evaporation from the surface of the soil.

Planting Depth: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in moist potting soil or directly into the garden after the last frost date.

Maintenance: Keep weeds at bay by mulching around plants and hand weeding as needed. Fertilize every few weeks with an organic fertilizer to promote healthy growth and abundant harvests of lettuce heads. Harvest heads when they reach desired size by cutting off at the base with a sharp knife or scissors; leave outer leaves intact for continued growth of smaller heads over time.