Introduced in 1894, Iceberg Lettuce is the classic American lettuce. Iceberg Lettuce has a compact head with crisp, pale green leaves turning white toward the center. Iceberg Lettuce is known for being mild-flavored and very crisp, which is why it is perfect for sandwiches and salads. Iceberg Lettuce is a very popular supermarket lettuce because it is mild-flavored and very crisp. Iceberg Lettuce holds up well in the refrigerator. A popular way to serve it is sliced into a wedge and covered with blue cheese dressing. Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Cool Season Plant Type: Leafstalk Vegetable Features: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Easy to Grow Maintain, Container Garden Fruit Size: 10”-12" Days to Maturity: 70 Days Plant Spacing: 10-16 inches Planting Depth: 1/8 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Hardiness Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10