Lettuce Seeds - Iceberg Pint Size

Pint Size Iceberg Lettuce

~ 80 Seeds

Pint Size Iceberg Lettuce is a delightfully compact iceberg variety that produces crisp, sweet mini heads perfect for small gardens, raised beds, and container growing. This tidy little lettuce delivers that classic crunchy texture and mild flavour you expect from iceberg, but in a space-saving size that’s easy to tuck almost anywhere. Ideal for spring and fall gardens, Pint Size forms dense, uniform heads that look as good as they taste. Gardeners love it for its reliability, quick maturity, and ability to grow closely together for higher yields in limited space. Whether you’re growing a backyard salad patch or a balcony garden, this variety makes fresh, home-grown lettuce simple and rewarding. Its petite heads are just the right size for single meals, reducing waste while keeping your salads fresh and crisp. A wonderful choice for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.

Plant Characteristics

• Edible vegetable crop
• Compact, space-saving growth habit
• Crisp texture with mild, sweet flavour
• Suitable for containers and raised beds
• Cool-season crop

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun to Partial shade
• Plant Height: 5–6 in / 13–15 cm
• Seed Depth: 1/8 in / 0.3 cm
• Spacing: 6–8 in / 15–20 cm
• Bloom Time: Not applicable
• Days to Maturity: 50–55 days
• Edible / Toxic: Edible
• Germination: 7–14 days at 16–20°C (60–68°F)

Growing Instructions

Direct sow outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring or again in late summer for a fall harvest. Lettuce prefers cool weather and fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Sow seeds shallowly and keep soil evenly damp during germination. Thin seedlings to proper spacing to allow heads to develop fully. Succession sow every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest. Provide light afternoon shade in warmer weather to help prevent bolting and maintain sweet flavour.

FAQ

Q: Can Pint Size Lettuce be grown in containers?
A: Yes, it is an excellent choice for containers due to its compact size and shallow root system.

Q: How is this different from regular iceberg lettuce?
A: Pint Size produces much smaller heads while maintaining the same crisp texture and mild taste, making it ideal for tight spaces and single-meal harvesting.