Description
xLittle Gem Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a compact, mini romaine variety celebrated for its crisp texture and sweet flavor. This versatile lettuce grows into small, tight heads perfect for individual salads or as a gourmet addition to your meals. Ideal for gardeners with limited space, it thrives in containers, raised beds, or traditional garden rows.
With a quick harvest time of 50-60 days, Little Gem Lettuce is perfect for continuous planting throughout the season. This variety prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Enjoy fresh, tender leaves that make every dish shine while adding a nutritious boost to your meals.
- Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
- Common Name: Little Gem Lettuce
- Type: Miniature romaine lettuce variety
- Growth Habit: Compact, tight heads
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, tender leaves
- Harvest Time: 50-60 days
- Sunlight Needs: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Regular, consistent moisture
- Plant Height: 6-8 inches tall
- Uses: Salads, sandwiches, garnishes
- Special Features: Container-friendly, fast-growing
- Season: Spring, fall planting
- Color: Green leaves
- Features: Compact, sweet flavor, quick harvest
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich
- Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Growth Rate: Fast-growing; harvest in 50-60 days
- Plant Height: 6-8 inches
- Uses: Gourmet salads, sandwich wraps, garden-to-table meals
- Special Care: Suitable for small spaces and containers
little gem lettuce (lactuca sativa), mini romaine variety sweet & crisp perfect for salads and containers
Ships from: USA
Vendor: Folia Flora
Shipping & Return
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SHIPPING:
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