Customer Service Hours
Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
Features
Family
Asteraceae
Native
UnUnknown; lettuce has been in cultivation for a long time.
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Further Information
Growing Conditions
Frost Tolerant
About Little Gem Mini-Romaine Lettuce Seeds
Lactuca sativa
Glossy, tightly-wrapped, upright, green leaves with a pale, creamy-yellow heart. Crisp texture with sweet, nutty flavor.
Planting Lettuce
Days to Maturity
20 – 68 days
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Planting Depth
Surface to ⅛"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet sows up to 57 feet. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 6" |
| Seed Depth | Surface to ⅛" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 6" |
| Thinning | When ½" tall, thin to 1 every 6" |
| Germination | 5–10 days |
| Start Indoors | 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, and in summer when soil temperatures are too warm (above 80°F) to germinate lettuce seed. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 40°F, ideally 60°–70°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 4 to 6 weeks before your average first fall frost date. Mild Climates: Sow in fall and winter for cool season harvests. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Harvest in the morning, by cutting off at ground level. If regrowth is desired, cut the leaves higher, at 2". For a continual supply, outer, individual leaves can be harvested at any stage of maturity, but leave at least half of the plant for regrowth. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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46 reviews
- Wendy L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/3/26Top Choice
All 4 locations tested outside and in a controlled greenhouse. Outside ~ 99% germination +/- 2sd. Inside almost 100% germination.
Taste test: 12 adults, 3 children. Overall review was "best taste and crispness" in comparison to other varieties tested.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalBIBotanical Interests11/3/26Hey Wendy,
What great success with our Little Gem Mini-Romaine Lettuce Seeds across all 4 of your test locations! Those germination rates are seriously impressive, and we love that you tested both outside and in a controlled greenhouse. We absolutely love that both the adults and kids gave it such great feedback for having the best taste and crispness compared to the other varieties you tested! Your testing and feedback is super helpful for everyone in our gardening community.
Keep on growing 🌻
- Tiera W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/28/26Very tasty
Great addition to my fall garden ESPECIALLY since in a new gardener. Enjoyed baby greens early and excited to harvest a whole head soon
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests10/28/26Hey Tiera,
Thank you for sharing your experience! 🌱 We're so thrilled to hear that Little Gem Mini-Romaine Lettuce Seeds have been a great addition to your fall garden, especially as you're getting started on your gardening journey. How wonderful that you've already enjoyed some baby greens and are looking forward to harvesting a whole head soon! Happy growing! 🥬
Keep on growing 🌻
- RaeRated 5 out of 5 stars10/5/265 Stars
exactly as described, quickly shipped, well packed
- Laura S.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars8/2/26No sprouting
I planted these on seperate occasions, and they did not sprout at all
BIBotanical Interests8/4/26Hey Laura
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- EricaVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/18/26Perfect little heads
Love the adorable size of these. Big bonus is that it stores in the fridge AMAZINGLY long.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/21/26Hey Erica,
We're so happy to hear about your incredible experience with the Little Gem Mini-Romaine Lettuce Seeds! There's something so satisfying about harvesting those cute, compact romaine hearts! It's awesome that you're getting such amazing storage life out of them too - there's nothing better than lettuce that stays fresh and crisp in the fridge for so long! Your Little Gem harvest sounds absolutely perfect for enjoying fresh salads over an extended period! Thanks for sharing your Little Gem growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️