Robinson Iceberg Lettuce Seeds
This is the lettuce I regularly grow to eat, it has that taste I remember from being a kid. Â Another great flavoured lettuce is our Little Gem Lettuce hereÂ
Robinson Iceberg Lettuce is an outstanding crisphead variety that has become a favourite with gardeners thanks to its consistent performance, excellent flavour and dependable cropping. Producing attractive, medium to large, rounded heads packed with crisp, crunchy leaves, Robinson offers the classic iceberg texture that is perfect for fresh summer salads, sandwiches and burgers. Its vigorous growth and strong root system enable it to perform well across a wide range of soil types and weather conditions, making it one of the most reliable iceberg lettuces for UK gardens and allotments. It has also been recognised with the RHS Award of Garden Merit, reflecting its excellent garden performance and reliability.
One of Robinson’s greatest strengths is its excellent resistance to bolting, allowing gardeners a wider harvesting window during warmer weather. The compact hearts remain firm and crisp while the outer leaves stay fresh and healthy, producing attractive, well-filled lettuces throughout the summer. The variety also offers good resistance to several common lettuce diseases and develops a vigorous root system that helps maintain growth during more challenging conditions. Whether grown for family meals or regular harvesting from the allotment, Robinson consistently delivers high-quality heads with outstanding eating quality. Succession sowings every two to three weeks will provide a continuous supply of crisp iceberg lettuces from early summer through to autumn.
Sowing & Propagation
Sow seeds from February under protection or April to June outdoors into finely prepared, fertile soil. Sow seeds approximately 5 mm deep in rows spaced 30 cm apart or in modular trays using a quality seed compost. Keep the compost or soil evenly moist during germination, which normally takes 7 to 14 days.
Thin direct-sown seedlings to 30 cm apart to allow full head development. Module-grown plants should be hardened off before transplanting into their final position.
Growing On
Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Improve the soil with well-rotted organic matter before planting and water regularly, particularly during warm weather, to encourage rapid growth and help prevent bolting.
Keep plants weed free and protect young seedlings from slugs and snails. Robinson performs particularly well under a wide range of growing conditions thanks to its vigorous root system and good disease resistance. Regular succession sowing throughout spring and early summer will provide continuous harvests over many months.
Harvesting
Harvest from July to October, depending on sowing date. Cut mature heads cleanly at ground level once they have formed firm, compact hearts. Harvest during the cool of the morning for maximum freshness and crispness. The crunchy leaves are ideal for fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps and garnishes.
Key Features
- Premium crisphead (Iceberg) variety
- RHS Award of Garden Merit
- Medium to large compact heads
- Crisp, crunchy leaves
- Sweet, refreshing flavour
- Strong bolt resistance
- Vigorous root system
- Good disease resistance
- Excellent for succession sowing
- Ideal for UK gardens and allotments
Robinson Iceberg Lettuce is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting dependable crops of traditional crisphead lettuce with outstanding flavour and texture. Its vigorous growth, excellent bolt resistance and reliable performance make it one of the finest iceberg varieties for continuous summer harvesting in the UK.
Hints and Tips. Keep lettuce seed in a cool dry place or it will go dormant and not germinate. Lettuce must be kept free of slugs.
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