{"product_id":"iceberg-lettuce-great-lakes-118","title":"Iceberg lettuce 'Great Lakes 118'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e1000 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIceberg Lettuce ‘Great Lakes 118’ is a classic \u003cstrong\u003ecrisphead lettuce\u003c\/strong\u003e that produces large, dense heads with crisp, pale-green leaves. It is a cool-season crop and is particularly suitable for salads, sandwiches and fresh dishes. Iceberg types form firm hearts when they receive suitable temperatures, moisture and growing space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLettuce generally grows best in full sun with fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Hot, dry conditions can cause lettuce to bolt prematurely, resulting in bitter leaves and poorly formed heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌱 Best Planting Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGulf region:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest period in Kuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–December\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn warmer Gulf areas, autumn through early spring is generally the most suitable period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sowing during the peak summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a continuous harvest, make small successive sowings every 2–3 weeks while temperatures remain suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌿 How to Plant the Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a fine, fertile and well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisten the soil before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow the seeds \u003cstrong\u003every shallowly\u003c\/strong\u003e, approximately 0.3–0.6 cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover lightly with fine soil or compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the growing medium evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the seed tray in a bright, well-ventilated location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce seedlings have several true leaves, thin or transplant them carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid overcrowding, as crisphead lettuce needs adequate space to form a firm head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌡️ Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 15–20°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly around 7–14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh temperatures can reduce or delay lettuce germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring warm Gulf weather, germinate the seeds indoors or in a shaded, temperature-controlled location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the seed-starting mix moist but not saturated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌱 Transplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTransplant when seedlings are strong enough to handle and have several true leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 25–30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the coolest suitable location available during warmer months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater immediately after transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarden seedlings gradually before exposing them to stronger outdoor conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCrisphead\/hearting lettuces need more space than loose-leaf types so they can develop good heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e☀️ Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun is preferred during the cooler Gulf season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4–6+ hours of good sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Gulf, morning sun is particularly useful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring warmer weather, provide \u003cstrong\u003elight afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce heat stress and help delay bolting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid extremely hot reflected heat from walls, concrete and paving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLettuce has shallow roots and needs consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater whenever the surface begins to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMorning watering is preferable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease watering during warm, dry weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid allowing plants to wilt repeatedly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid waterlogged soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching can help retain moisture and keep the root zone cooler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌱 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUse fertile, loose and moisture-retentive soil with good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd mature compost or well-rotted organic matter before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fertile loam or sandy-loam soil is suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid soil that dries out extremely quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid heavy, poorly drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLettuce generally performs best in soil close to neutral pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌿 Fertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd mature compost before sowing or transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a mild balanced vegetable fertilizer if the soil is not sufficiently fertile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent moderate nutrition encourages healthy leaf growth and good head formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🥬 Head Formation \u0026amp; Harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e‘Great Lakes 118’ is grown primarily for its crisp, tightly formed head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHarvest when the head has become \u003cstrong\u003efirm and well developed\u003c\/strong\u003e, but before the plant begins to bolt. Cut the entire head close to the soil surface with a clean knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHot, dry conditions can cause premature bolting, making the leaves more bitter and preventing proper head formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🪴 Growing in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIceberg lettuce can be grown successfully in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a container at least \u003cstrong\u003e25–30 cm wide and deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant one large head per suitably sized container or allow adequate spacing for multiple plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse fertile potting mix with compost and good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers are especially useful in the Gulf because they can be moved into light afternoon shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid dark containers placed directly on extremely hot surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLettuce is well suited to container cultivation when moisture is maintained consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🐛 Common Pests \u0026amp; Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWatch for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAphids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlugs and snails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirds feeding on young plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLettuce root aphid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePossible diseases include grey mould and downy mildew, particularly where humidity is high and airflow is poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🔥 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat ‘Great Lakes 118’ as a \u003cstrong\u003ecool-season crop\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Gulf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Kuwait, October–December is a particularly useful period for establishing the crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart seeds in a cooler, protected location if outdoor temperatures are still high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide afternoon shade as temperatures rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist to reduce heat stress and bolting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sowing during the hottest summer months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuccessive sowing every 2–3 weeks can provide a more continuous harvest during the suitable season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood airflow is important, especially in humid coastal Gulf areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest heads promptly once they become firm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Growing Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the best results in the Gulf, sow ‘Great Lakes 118’ during the cooler season and keep the plants consistently moist. 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