Lettuce 'Little Gem'

Edible
Leafy Green

Lettuce 'Little Gem' is a compact, sweet variety known for its tender, crunchy leaves. Ideal for fresh salads, it is easy to grow and offers a continuous harvest throughout the season.

Harvest Time: 4-6 Weeks
Mild, Sweet Flavour
Easy To Grow
Crisp Heads

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£8.95

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Lettuce 'Little Gem' is a popular variety that combines the crispness of romaine with the sweetness of butter lettuce. It grows well in full sun to partial shade, making it versatile for various garden settings.

  • Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
  • Suitable for garden beds and containers
  • Harvest period from spring to early autumn
  • Requires regular watering and proper spacing

What's Included

Plugs: Healthy, young plug plants with strong roots. Perfect for planting directly in your garden beds or containers, these plugs will give you a head start on the growing season.

Packs: Ready-to-plant lettuce packs, each containing 12 or 24 plants, ideal for direct planting in your garden beds or containers.

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Shipping is FREE on all orders £60+

Bespoke & Secure Packaging: Our plants travel in custom packaging we've perfected over the years, arriving in excellent condition, thoroughly inspected, trimmed, and prepped.

100% Happiness Guarantee: Not happy with your purchase? We offer a full refund or replacement, even if you just change your mind, along with easy returns and prepaid postage.

What You Need To Know About “Lettuce 'Little Gem'”

Plant Information
How To Plant
Plant Care

Lettuce 'Little Gem' is a small, compact variety known for its high yield and sweet, crunchy leaves. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, making it perfect for various garden settings.

  • Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
  • Suitable for garden beds and containers
  • Harvest period from spring to early autumn
  • Requires regular watering and proper spacing

Lettuce 'Little Gem' is a small, compact variety known for its high yield and sweet, crunchy leaves. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, making it perfect for various garden settings.

  • Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
  • Suitable for garden beds and containers
  • Harvest period from spring to early autumn
  • Requires regular watering and proper spacing
Planting Time: Early Spring to Late Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony
Planting Time: Early Spring to Late Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

Our plants are carefully packaged to arrive safely. If your order is damaged, contact our customer service within 48 hours for a replacement or refund.

How long does delivery take?

We deliver the best quality plants in the fastest time possible, usually within 3 days in the UK.

What if I need extra help with planting or growing?

If you need extra help, call our customer service or chat with us online for consulting. We are here to ensure your happiness and make gardening easy and fun.

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