Little Gem Lettuce

Type: Heirloom Packet size: 250+ seeds Lactuca sativa. Little Gem Romaine Lettuce is a beloved heirloom variety that combines the crisp texture of romaine with the compact size of butterhead lettuce. The small, tightly formed heads grow to about 6–8 inches tall and feature sweet, tender leaves with a crisp center and excellent flavor. Little Gem is prized for its heat tolerance, slow bolting habit, and versatility in the kitchen. Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, and grilled lettuce recipes, this compact variety grows well in traditional gardens, raised beds, and containers. Its small size makes it ideal for succession planting and small-space gardening. 🌱 Growing Information How to Grow Little Gem Romaine Lettuce from Seed Planting Depth: 1/8 inch Seed Spacing: 6–8 inches Row Spacing: 12–18 inches Germination Time: 7–14 days Days to Harvest: 55–65 days Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade Planting Tips: Direct sow seeds outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked in spring, or start indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting. Sow shallowly and keep soil consistently moist during germination. Thin seedlings to allow proper head development. Little Gem performs best in cool weather and can tolerate light frosts. For a continuous harvest, sow new crops every 2–3 weeks throughout the growing season. Harvest entire heads when compact and fully formed, or pick outer leaves as needed for a cut-and-come-again harvest. 🌱 Great for containers, patios, and small spaces.                                                                   Pot Size: Small to medium container (5–7" deep)