Johnny's Selected Seeds Little Gem Lettuce Seed
Best organic choice for home gardeners with limited growing space.
A classic French variety celebrated for its buttery, sweet flavor and compact, savoyed leaves. This reliable, quick-maturing green is perfect for home gardeners and market growers alike, offering consistent quality in a versatile, easy-to-grow package.
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Johnny's Selected Seeds
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking gourmet quality greens for salads and grilling
- Urban gardeners working with limited square footage or patio pots
- Organic growers prioritizing dependable crop yields and plant health
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in hot climates without access to shade cloth
- Large households needing high-volume harvests from single plants
- Budget-conscious hobbyists looking for the lowest possible entry price
Performance breakdown
Harvest Speed
Forty-day maturity makes this one of the fastest garden-to-table options.
Growth Versatility
Thrives equally well in tight containers or traditional garden rows.
Flavor Profile
The buttery, sweet taste consistently outperforms standard supermarket lettuce varieties.
Crop Uniformity
Predictable, compact head formation simplifies planning for successive harvests.
Hardiness
Reliable cool-weather performance ensures success even in unpredictable spring conditions.
Seed Integrity
Certified organic and open-pollinated status guarantees high-quality, sustainable genetics.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Lactuca sativa
Days to Maturity
40 days
Life Cycle
Annual
Seed Type
Open-Pollinated
Certification
USDA Certified Organic
Seed Count
500 seeds
Planting Depth
1/8 inch
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