A heat-tolerant crisphead lettuce forming large, firm, crunchy hearts with frilled outer leaves. More forgiving of warmth than other iceberg types.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 30 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: consistently moist soil
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Lettuce 'Great Lakes'
Lactuca sativa 'Great Lakes' is a moderate-growing edible plant in the Asteraceae family. It reaches around 30 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Lettuce 'Great Lakes'
Lettuce 'Great Lakes' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Lettuce 'Great Lakes' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Lettuce 'Great Lakes' prefers consistently moist soil. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Lettuce 'Great Lakes' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. For most gardens, maintenance is moderate maintenance.
Using Lettuce 'Great Lakes' in the garden
Lettuce 'Great Lakes' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Lettuce 'Great Lakes' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to consistently moist soil and cool-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Lettuce 'Great Lakes'
Plant Sale lists Lettuce 'Great Lakes' as seed and seedlings. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Lettuce 'Great Lakes' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
