Chard

Chard 'Rainbow' offers vibrant, colourful stems and tender leaves. Perfect for salads, steaming, and stir-fries, this variety is known for its high yield and decorative appeal in gardens. Explore our Recommended Salad Plants and Leafy Greens - Vegetable Plants for more options.

Kale 'Red Russian' offers tender, sweet leaves with a hint of nuttiness. Perfect for fresh salads, smoothies, and cooking, this variety is known for its cold tolerance and high nutrient content.

Onion 'White Bulb' offers crisp, mild-flavoured bulbs. Perfect for salads, cooking, and pickling, this variety is known for its high yield and versatility in the kitchen. Explore more in our Recommended Salad Plants and Leeks & Onions - Vegetable Plants collections.

Cucumber 'Mini Petita' produces small, crisp fruits perfect for snacking, salads, and pickling. This variety is early-maturing and suitable for both greenhouses and outdoor containers.

Lettuce ‘Winter Gem’ is a premium winter gem lettuce variety, known for its sweet and crunchy leaves. Perfect for fresh salads, this winter lettuce variety is easy to grow and provides a continuous harvest from spring to early autumn.

Key Features

• Sweet and Crunchy Leaves: Enjoy tender, flavorful leaves that enhance any salad.
• Compact Growth: Reaches 20-30cm in height, ideal for pots, greenhouses, and small gardens.
• Disease-Resistant: Robust against common lettuce diseases, ensuring a healthy crop.

Growing Tips

Plant ‘Winter Gem Lettuce’ in well-drained soil under full sun to partial shade. Maintain regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist. Best grown in UK climates, this winter lettuce variety thrives in cold frames and unheated greenhouses, extending your growing season.

Ideal Uses

Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes. Its continuous harvest allows you to enjoy fresh, green lettuce throughout the season. Explore more recommended salad plants to complement your garden.

Additional Benefits

Enjoy an easy maintenance experience with adaptable growth suitable for containers and various garden settings. ‘Winter Gem’ offers a reliable and bountiful harvest, making it a favorite among both novice and experienced gardeners.

Lettuce Mixed Selection brings a vibrant array of textures and flavours to your garden, perfect for creating diverse and colourful salads. This carefully curated mix of mixed lettuce leaves is designed for both novice and experienced gardeners, ensuring a rewarding and hassle-free growing experience.

Varieties Included

• Albabionda: Delicate, crisp leaves with a light green hue.
• Albarossa: Rich red leaves adding a striking contrast to your salads.
• Green Iceberg: Compact growth with a crunchy texture.
• Ruby Crisp: Deep red leaves that enhance the visual appeal of any dish.

Growing Instructions

• Sowing: Plant seeds in well-drained soil, spacing them 20cm apart.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist for optimal growth.
• Sunlight: Requires partial shade to full sun for best results.
• Harvesting: Use the 'cut and come again' method to enjoy fresh leaves continuously.

Benefits

• Continuous Harvest: Enjoy a steady supply of fresh lettuce throughout the season.
• Easy to Grow: Suitable for various gardening levels, from container gardens to traditional beds.
• Cost-Effective: Maximise your yield with minimal effort and investment.
• Vibrant Colors: Enhance the aesthetic of your salads with a mix of green and red leaves.

Usage Ideas

Create stunning salads by combining different textures and colours from the Mixed Selection Lettuce. Try adding fruits like strawberries or citrus segments for a refreshing twist, or mix with herbs for a flavorful blend. The versatility of these lettuces makes them perfect for sandwiches, wraps, and garnishing dishes.

Experience the joy of growing your own mixed lettuce mix and elevate your culinary creations. Explore our Lettuces & Salads and Recommended Salad Plants collections to find more varieties and gardening essentials.

Lettuce 'Little Gem' is a compact lettuce variety renowned for its sweet flavor and crunchy texture. Perfect for both new and experienced gardeners, this versatile plant thrives in various conditions, offering a continuous harvest throughout the growing season. Ideal for fresh salads, 'Little Gem' adds a delightful crunch and vibrant color to your meals.

Growing 'Little Gem' Lettuce

• Sowing Time: Late February to August
• Planting Depth & Spacing: Sow seeds 1cm deep and space plants 25cm apart
• Soil and Light: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with full sun to partial shade
• Watering Tips: Maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry periods
• Pest Management: Use natural methods to protect against common pests

Harvesting Your Lettuce

• Timing: Typically ready for harvest from June to October
• Signs of Readiness: Harvest before the plant starts to bolt to ensure the best flavor
• Techniques: Cut individual leaves or the entire head to encourage continuous growth

Nutritional Benefits

• Vitamins: High in Vitamins C and K
• Antioxidants: Rich in beta-carotene and other antioxidants
• Low Calorie: Ideal for healthy, low-calorie meals

Companion Planting

• Carrots
• Garlic
• Onions
• Radishes
• Nasturtiums

Serving Suggestions

• Salads: Combine with tomatoes, cucumbers, and your favorite dressings
• Braising: Lightly braise with herbs for a warm, nutritious side
• Sautéing: Sauté with garlic and olive oil for a quick and healthy dish

Enhance your garden with our reliable 'Little Gem' lettuce for a bountiful and hassle-free gardening experience. Explore more lettuce varieties and gardening essentials to create your perfect salad garden.

Brussels Sprouts 'Brigitte' produces compact, tender, and flavourful sprouts. Ideal for roasting, steaming, and winter dishes, this variety is known for its high yield and cold tolerance. Explore more in our Brussels Sprouts Plants collection.

Cauliflower 'White Excel' offers firm, white heads with a mild flavour. Perfect for steaming, roasting, and salads, this variety is known for its high yield and resistance to pests. Check out our Cauliflower Plants collection for more options.

Peas 'Petit Pois' offers small, sweet, and tender peas. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and freezing, this variety is known for its high yield and delicate flavour. Explore more varieties in our Pea Plants collection.

Cabbage 'Red Flame' offers vibrant redheads with a crisp texture and mildly sweet flavour. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and salads, this variety is known for its striking colour and high yield. Explore more in our Cabbage Plants collection.

Swede 'Marian' is a hardy, reliable variety known for its purple-topped, yellow-fleshed roots. Resistant to clubroot and mildew, this variety produces high yields and is ideal for winter harvesting.

Cauliflower 'White Excel' offers firm, white heads with a mild flavour. Perfect for steaming, roasting, and salads, this variety is known for its high yield and resistance to pests. Check out our Cauliflower Plants collection for more options.

Carrot 'Chanteney' offers small, sweet, and crunchy carrots. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and juicing, this variety is known for its robust flavour and easy growth.