Iceberg salad - Saladin

Iceberg Salad 'Saladin'

Lactuca sativa Capitata-gr.

'Saladin' is a popular, fast-growing and high-yielding iceberg lettuce variety that thrives in varying climates. This variety is known for its large, round and dense heads with crisp, bright green leaves. The leaves have a mild, sweet taste and a lovely texture, perfect for salads, sandwiches or as a healthy side dish to various dishes.

Packaging Information:
One package contains 0.2 grams of seeds.

Characteristics

• Head Size: Large and tightly packed heads.
• Leaf colour: Light green with smooth surface and crispy texture.
• Taste: Mild and slightly sweet.

Culture

'Saladin' is a hardy variety that is suitable for both spring and summer cultivation. It can be grown both from seedlings and directly from seed.

• Sowing time:
  • Pre-cultivate indoors in February–March for earlier harvest.
  • Direct sowing from April to mid-June.
• Sowing depth: 0.5–1 cm.
• Plant spacing: 30–40 cm between plants and rows for optimal growth.
• Soil: Prefers humus-rich, well-drained and nutrient-rich soil with even moisture.
• Location: Sunny or semi-shady.
• Watering: Regular watering, especially during hot periods.
• Harvest time: June–September, depending on sowing time.
  
• Growth form: Compact head lettuce with strong durability in both the field and cold storage.

Harvest

Harvest heads when fully developed, approximately 60–75 days after sowing. 'Saladin' is ideal for continuous cultivation with repeated sowings every two weeks, ensuring a steady supply of fresh heads.