Hanson Improved Crisphead Lettuce
Hanson Improved Crisphead Lettuce
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Ships from St. Clair, MI, shipping is the maker's own rate, shown at checkout.
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Hanson Improved is a crisphead lettuce heirloom that originated with the Hanson family in Maryland. Refreshing and crunchy, it suits anyone who loves iceberg but wants more crunch and character.
At a glance
- Variety: Hanson Improved, heirloom crisphead lettuce
- Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
- Origin: Hanson family, Maryland
- Head: Crisp, iceberg-style
- Season: Cool weather
- Sun: Full sun to part shade
Best for
- Deli sandwiches and wraps
- Crunchy salads
- Burgers and tacos
- Spring and fall gardens
How to grow
Direct sow or start indoors in early spring, and again in late summer for a fall crop, as lettuce prefers cool weather. Plant in full sun to part shade with moist, rich soil. Allow heads to firm up before harvesting.
Flavor profile
Crisp, mild, and refreshing with more crunch than standard iceberg.
About MIgardener
MIgardener is a family-run, Michigan-based seed company offering a huge selection of affordable heirloom and non-GMO seeds. Their mission is to make gardening simple, accessible, and budget-friendly for everyone.
- Packed and shipped by the maker, never a warehouse
- Mix any makers in one cart, one checkout, no account
- Perishables go out Monday to Wednesday in insulated packaging
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