Thompson & Morgan RHS Collection : RHS Collection Lettuce : Little Gem - Pearl Seeds
(Summer/Autumn)
Sweet, crisp flavour. A special selection of the ever-popular Cos variety. Compact plants produce small, sweet, crisp hearts of outstanding flavour. Perfect for the garden or growing in containers.
Sow March to August. Sow thinly in well prepared, fertile soil 1cm (½in) deep, in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Germination can be erratic during warmer weather conditions, therefore water the soil prior to sowing. Sow in succession through the season for c
Thin seedlings to 15-20cm (6-8in) apart. Ensure plants are kept well watered during dry weather. Use cloches to extend the season.
Prefers well drained, moist, rich, soil conditions.
Flowering Period: Cropping: Harvest June to October.
Plant Type: Vegetable
750 seeds
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