Description

The crisphead classic that defined salad bowls for generations. ‘Batavian Great Lakes 118’ forms large, firm heads with thick, crunchy leaves of bright green exteriors and pale, sweet hearts. Its flavor is mild, refreshing, and never bitter—perfect for sandwiches, salads, and wraps.

Plants reach 10–12 inches across and hold well in summer heat without bolting. The strong wrapper leaves protect the tender inner heart, ensuring high-quality heads even in variable conditions.

Introduced in the 1940s as one of the first dependable iceberg types, this variety remains a favorite for its vigor, flavor, and reliability—a timeless lettuce with true old-fashioned crunch.