Park Seed Little Gem Lettuce Seeds
Best compact heirloom for home gardeners with limited space.
A compact, gourmet butterhead variety that delivers sweet, tender leaves in just 50 days. Its small stature makes it an exceptional choice for container gardening and limited spaces, providing a reliable harvest of crisp, non-astringent greens that are perfect for salads or wraps.
$4.95
Who it's for
- Urban gardeners with limited outdoor space or small containers
- Home chefs seeking gourmet quality and versatile salad greens
- Growers in warmer climates needing reliable summer lettuce
Who should skip it
- Large households requiring high-volume harvests from every plant
- Inexperienced gardeners who may struggle with precise seed depth
- Organic gardeners unwilling to manage frequent pest inspections
Performance breakdown
Space Efficiency
Compact footprint makes this perfect for tight urban balconies or containers.
Growth Speed
Rapid fifty-day maturity cycle ensures quick turnover for impatient gardeners.
Flavor Profile
Sweet, non-astringent leaves offer a crowd-pleasing crunch for any salad.
Cultivation Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to indoor window boxes or traditional outdoor garden beds.
Yield Density
High seed count provides ample harvest potential for consistent kitchen supply.
Ease of Growth
Straightforward requirements make this an ideal choice for beginner vegetable growers.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
50 days
Genus
Lactuca
Species
sativa
Variety
Little Gem
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Soil Type
Normal, loamy
Seed Count
1000
Plant Spacing
6 inches
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