Primeseedco-Lettuce Great Lakes-10g

Description

Primeseedco‑Lettuce Great Lakes Features Variety Overview A durable open-pollinated iceberg-type lettuce, commonly labeled “Great Lakes” or “Great Lakes 118/659” in global seed catalogs. Selected for crisp, densely packed heads that balance flavor and texture—crunchier and sweeter than typical store-bought iceberg.. Maturity & Growth Habit Days to maturity: 68–82 days post sowing/transplant, depending on regional conditions. Growth: Compact plants, ~15 cm tall with 15–30 cm spread; heat-tolerant and slow to bolt . Fertility: Tolerates both full sun and partial shade; thrives in cool-season environments and adaptable to warmer periods with shade support. Head Characteristics & Quality Head type: Crisphead (iceberg), very firm, compact, visually appealing. Leaves: Dark outer leaves with a blanched (paler) internal center; high bolt, heat, and tip-burn resistance. Storage: Reports note excellent field holding and shelf-life; suitable for storage and market transport. Seed Pack Sizes (as per Seed Co Zambia) Available in 10 g, 25 g, and 100 g sachets. Rough seed count estimate: ~60 seeds per 0.25 g packet, implying ~2,400 seeds per 10 g, etc. Agronomic Suitability Regional performance: Selected for Zambian climate; thrives in cool/dry seasons, with slow bolting under heat. Yield expectations: Seed Co Zambia estimates ~90,000 heads/ha under good management. Feature Summary Table Feature Details Type Open-pollinated crisphead/iceberg Maturity 68–82 days (≈75 days typical) Plant Size ~15 cm H × 15–30 cm spread Head Characteristics Dense, firm, crisp, sweet flavor Stress Resistance Heat, bolt, tip-burn tolerant Seed Packs 10 g, 25 g, 100 g sachets Seeds per Pack (est.) ~2,400 seeds (10 g pack) Yield Potential ~90,000 heads/hectare Ideal Growing Season Cool season; shade for warmer months 🌍 Recommendations for Kitwe, Zambia Planting window: Best sown/transplanted in cool season—April–July or August–October. Nursery → Field: Start in nursery (3–4 weeks), then transplant with shade/mulch if planting in warmer periods. Spacing & Planting: Use recommended spacing (25–30 cm in row, 30–45 cm between rows) for strong head formation. Irrigation & Nutrition: Provide consistent moisture; apply balanced basal fertilizer (~500 kg compound B per hectare).  Summary Primeseedco‑Lettuce Great Lakes offers a sturdy, flavorful, and productive iceberg-type variety well-suited for Zambian growers—providing crisp, high-quality heads with good stress resilience and yield potential.