Regina dei Ghiacci (Queen of the Ice) is an heirloom organic iceberg lettuce with large, tightly packed, crisp heads. Slow to bolt and resistant to heat, which is why Italian growers have relied on it for generations. The crunch is real.
Certified organic seed. Unlike supermarket iceberg, this variety actually has flavour. Grows well in Irish conditions from spring through autumn. One of those lettuces that makes you realise what you have been missing.
Organic Iceberg Lettuce ‘Regina Dei Ghiacci’ (Queen of the Ice) is a superb heirloom variety, prized for its large, round, tightly packed heads with crisp, sweet, and juicy pale green leaves. This organic variety offers exceptional crunch and freshness, making it the ultimate choice for classic salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Reliable and vigorous, it’s a cornerstone of the organic kitchen garden. This packet contains approximately 4000 organic seeds.
🌱 Sow Mar-Aug. Direct sow or start in modules for transplanting.
☀️ Prefers sun to partial shade. Cool conditions prevent bolting.
💧 Water regularly and consistently. Crucial for developing solid, juicy heads.
📏 Forms large, dense, round heads. Harvest when firm to the touch.
Bullet Technical Data
🌱 Depth: Lightly cover, 0.5 cm
📅 Sow: March to August
☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade
🌡️ Germination: 7-14 days
📏 Height/Spread: Compact, round head
🪴 Spacing: 30-35 cm apart
⏳ Harvest: 10-12 weeks from sowing
🪙 Seeds: Approx. 4000 seeds
| Weight | 3 g |
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