Lettuce : Little Gem-Pearl
Vegetable
- Cropping: Harvest June to October.
- Ideal for: Children
Description
Sweet, crisp flavour perfect for containers. A special selection of the ever-popular Little Gem variety. Compact plants produce small, sweet, crisp hearts of outstanding flavour. Perfect for the garden or growing in containers.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | March to August. |
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| Sowing depth: | 1cm (½in) deep, in rows 30cm (12in) apart. |
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Sow thinly in well prepared, fertile soil. Germination can be erratic during warmer weather conditions, therefore water the soil prior to sowing. Sow in succession through the season for continuous supply.
Growing Instructions
Thin seedlings to 15-20cm (6-8in) apart. Ensure plants are kept well watered during dry weather. Use cloches to extend the season.
Aftercare Instructions
Prefers well drained, moist, rich, soil conditions.
