Mr Fothergill's Lettuce Lakeland Seeds, Easy, crisp and crunchy ‘iceberg’ type. For the crispest, freshest heads, pick in the cool of early morning or late evening.

Sow outdoors thinly where they are to crop, 1.5cm deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 30cm between rows. Early sowings may benefit from cloche protection. Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days. Thin out to 20cm apart. Water well until plants are established. Regular sowings made every two to three weeks will ensure a continuous supply.

• Tight, heavy heads, great flavour and crispness
• Shows reasonable resistance to lettuce root aphid
• Good source of vitamin C and vitamin A

Sow time: Mar-Jul
Flowering/Harvesting time: Jun-Oct