Little Gem Lettuce Seeds (Organic)

Little Gem Lettuce is a miniature romaine variety known for its compact, tender heads and delightfully sweet flavor. This small yet mighty lettuce produces heads about 6-8 inches tall, making it perfect for single-serving salads, lettuce wraps, or gourmet dishes. The leaves are crisp and juicy, with a buttery texture that adds a fresh, satisfying crunch to every bite. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil, Little Gem Lettuce matures in just 50-60 days, offering quick and reliable harvests.

Variety Details

• Botanical name: Lactuca sativa
• Plant type: Hardy Annual
• Growth habit: Herbaceous
• Crop category: Lettuce
• Kitchen profile: Little Gem Lettuce is a miniature romaine variety known for its compact, tender heads and delightfully sweet flavor.
• Recorded feature: Open-Pollinated
• Product format: Seed packet with a separately listed bulk option

Sowing & Growing

• Soil Temperature: 40-65F
• Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2"
• Germination: 7-14 Days
• Height At Maturity: 4"-6"
• Days To Maturity: 45-80 Days
• Sun/Shade: Full Sun
• Spacing After Thinning: 10"

Prepare a fine seedbed for Little Gem Lettuce and keep the shallow sowing zone evenly moist while seedlings emerge. Thin according to the intended harvest stage: closer spacing can suit young leaves, while mature heads need more room. In warming weather, evaluate soil moisture and plant condition frequently instead of following a universal schedule. Pick outer leaves or cut mature plants at the stage you prefer. Record sowing and harvest dates to refine timing for the next planting.

Its petite size makes it ideal for small gardens, raised beds, or containers, while its heat tolerance extends the growing season in warmer climates.

This variety is suited for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance crop that delivers flavor and texture.

This romaine lettuce grows 6" high with a thick, sweet heart.

Before sowing Little Gem Lettuce, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.

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