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Lettuce Little Gem Seed

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Little Gem Lettuce Seeds: Grow Your Own Crunchy Delights

Elevate your garden and kitchen with Little Gem Lettuce Seeds, the perfect choice for gardeners seeking a balance of easy care and delicious output. Renowned for its quick maturity and compact growth, Little Gem forms crisp, sweet hearts that are just as suited to a fresh salad as they are to being the star of your next sandwich.

Why Choose Little Gem Lettuce Seeds?

  • šŸŒ± Compact Growth: Ideal for limited spaces, these seeds develop into dwarf, compact plants that fit beautifully in small gardens or containers.

  • šŸ„— Crisp and Sweet Hearts: Each plant yields medium-sized, crunchy hearts with a delightful sweetness, enhancing any dish they accompany.

  • šŸ›”ļø Pest Resistant: Enjoy healthier plants with minimal intervention, thanks to their natural resistance to root aphids.

  • ā˜€ļø Versatile Planting: Sow your seeds from spring to autumn and watch them thrive in sunny spots, reaching harvest readiness in just 60-90 days.

Key Growing Information:

  • Sow Depth: A mere 3 mm is enough to secure these seeds for their growth journey.
  • Spacing: Allow 30 x 30 cm between plants to let each one flourish without crowding.
  • Germination: Expect sprouts within 7-14 days, a quick start to a rewarding growing experience.

Available Quantities:

  • 2g Pack: Approximately 1,800 seedsā€”ideal for the casual gardener.
  • 20g Pack: Roughly 18,000 seedsā€”perfect for more extensive planting or community gardens.

Garden to Table in No Time:

From its swift germination to early harvest, Little Gem lets you enjoy garden-fresh produce quickly and consistently. Whether youā€™re crafting the perfect Caesar salad or just adding a crunch to your sandwiches, these lettuce seeds deliver freshness you can taste.

Ready to experience the satisfaction of home-grown lettuce? Plant your Little Gem Lettuce Seeds today and prepare for a season of lush, flavourful harvests!

Plant Information

Plant Type:Ā Vegetable

Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa

Type: Cos (Romaine)

Growing Information

General Sowing Time:Ā Spring to Autumn

Position:Ā Sun

Sow Depth:Ā 3 mm

Spacing:Ā 30 x 30 cm

Germination:Ā 7-14 days

Days to Harvest:Ā 60 - 90 days

Seed Quantity

2g raw seed: Approx 1 800 seeds

20g raw seed: Approx 18 000 seeds

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