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Iceberg lettuce, also known as crisp head lettuce, is one of the most popular varieties of lettuce used in street food to fine dining cuisines the world over. This leafy green is a great source of fiber, iron, vitamin A and C, potassium, and calcium with very low calories. The iceberg lettuce head is spherical in shape resembling a small cabbage with 9 to 11-inch diameter. The crisp leaves on an iceberg lettuce head are tightly packed with high-water content. The lettuce leaves on the outside are green in color while leaves tend to be from pale yellow to white as you move closer to the center of the head. Iceberg lettuce is quite popular in cold wedge salads and lettuce wraps. The iceberg lettuce is a great source of potassium, iron, calcium, fiber and vitamins A, C, and K.
Growing guide for Iceberg Lettuce Seeds
Planting instructions
Iceberg lettuce will thrive in the cool spring season and its best to prepare a well-drained soil bed which receives about 4 to 5 hours of sunlight every day. Iceberg lettuce doesn’t develop deep roots so remember to keep the base of the plant properly moist. If you plan to plant lettuce in a rather warmer zone, protect the plant from direct afternoon sun. Excessive warmth may lead the lettuce plant to bolt and cause a very bitter taste in the leaves.
Growing Requirements
pests
Pests to watch out for in iceberg lettuce are aphids, slugs, and caterpillars. In such cases, remove the affected leaf immediately and harvest the remaining leaves.
soil
Prepare the well-drained fertile soil with rich with nutrients which will promote tender leaf development. Soil pH should range between 6 to 7 for ideal growth.
spot
Iceberg lettuce can be planted in full or partial sun. However, protect the plant from direct heat to avoid bolting.
temperature
The ideal temperature for sowing iceberg lettuce seeds is 16-20°C (60-68°F)
watering
Water lettuce carefully so as to keep the soil moist but avoid making a muddy mess which will lead to fungal root disease. Also, keep the leaves of lettuce clear of any splashes of soil which may damage the leaves.
how to harvest
A properly grown iceberg lettuce head picked at the right time will have just the right flavors and taste for your salads and sandwiches. The ideal temperature for harvesting iceberg lettuce is 15-20°C (60-68°F) to avoid bolting. When harvesting the iceberg lettuce head, remove the entire head at the base.
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Hi, Are your seeds poison/Thiram treated? Thanks
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Thanks for reaching out to us. Our seeds are non treated.
We don't treat our seeds with any kind of poison.
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