Unwins Crisphead Lettuce Barcelona 250 Seeds – Large Iceberg

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Unwins Crisphead Lettuce ‘Barcelona’ Seeds

Crisphead Lettuce ‘Barcelona’ is a robust iceberg-type lettuce producing large, well-formed heads with succulent, crisp leaves. This dependable variety is valued for its excellent crunch, fresh flavour, and strong garden performance.

Barcelona shows good disease resistance and is slow to bolt, allowing heads to develop fully even in warmer conditions. The crisp, crunchy leaves hold well in the garden without quickly deteriorating, and once harvested they also store well in the fridge, making this an ideal lettuce for both home use and harvesting convenience.

A heavy cropper and easy to grow, Unwins Crisphead Lettuce Barcelona is a great choice for gardens, allotments, and raised beds.

Key Features

Crisphead / iceberg-type lettuce

Produces large, solid heads

Crisp, crunchy leaves with fresh flavour

Good disease resistance

Bolt-resistant for reliable cropping

Holds well in the garden and after harvest

High-yielding variety

How to Grow Crisphead Lettuce ‘Barcelona’

Sow seeds indoors or directly outdoors from March to July.

For indoor sowing, sow thinly into trays or modules filled with fine seed compost and cover lightly. Harden off seedlings before planting outdoors.

For direct sowing, sow thinly into prepared soil and cover lightly. Thin seedlings gradually to allow heads to form properly.

Grow in a sunny or lightly shaded position with fertile, moisture-retentive soil. Water regularly to maintain steady growth and prevent stress, which can lead to bolting.

Harvest heads when fully formed and firm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barcelona an iceberg lettuce?
Yes. It is a crisphead (iceberg-type) lettuce.

Does it bolt easily?
No. Barcelona is bolt-resistant, making it reliable in warmer weather.

How does it store after harvesting?
Very well. Heads keep well in the fridge, staying crisp for longer.

Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. It’s easy to grow and very forgiving.

Perfect For

Garden and allotment growing

Growers wanting iceberg-style lettuces

Large, crunchy salad leaves

Reliable summer cropping

Beginner and experienced gardeners

headed, succulent, Iceberg-type