Lettuce Seeds - Little Gem

mature, easy to harvest, and delicious straight from the garden — whether picked whole or leaf by leaf. A top choice for home gardeners seeking flavor, productivity, and beauty in one little plant.[split_description] Why You’ll Love It Miniature Heads: Perfect single-serving romaine with great crunch and form. Sweet, Mild Flavor: Tastes like a cross between romaine and butterhead lettuce. Quick to Mature: Harvest-ready in as little as 50 days. Container Friendly: Grows well in pots, small beds, or square-foot gardens. Plant Characteristics Height: 4–6 inches Growth Habit: Compact, upright romaine-type head Leaf Type: Tight, green heads with slightly ruffled, crisp leaves Days to Maturity: 50–60 days Hardiness: Hardy annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Mild, sweet, and crisp with a tender heart Culinary Uses: Perfect for salads, lettuce wraps, sandwiches, or grilling whole Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Radishes, carrots, onions, and beets Avoid Planting Near: Cabbage or broccoli (can compete for nutrients) Bonus Benefit: Shallow roots make it easy to interplant with slower-growing crops Common Issues and Solutions Bolting in Heat: Provide shade in hot weather and harvest promptly. Leaf Rot or Mold: Avoid overhead watering and ensure good air circulation. Pest Pressure: Use row covers to prevent aphids, slugs, and flea beetles. Seed Packet Size 1g Approximately 890 3g Approximately 2,670