WBJohn's Lettuce Little Gem x 1 Reviewed
Plant: Romaine lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. longifolia) | Variety: Little Gem
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WBJohn's Lettuce Little Gem Care Instructions
Try for a seed spacing of at approx. 5.85 inches (15.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) if planning to sow direct.
Romaine lettuce 'Little Gem' normally tends to reach to a mature height of 20.0 cm [imperial: 7.8 inches] so ensure you have enough space in your garden for this plant.
Your garden is in don't know light: Romaine lettuce 'Little Gem' likes a position of partial sun.
Remember to water often.
Your garden's USDA Hardiness Zone (8b) is within the ideal range for Romaine lettuce 'Little Gem'. The recommended range is between Zone 4 and 9.
Romaine lettuce 'Little Gem' requires a soil ph of 5.8 - 6.8 meaning it does best in acidic soil.
Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Snails, and Slugs are common problems for Romaine lettuce so keep a note of any developing symptoms.
More information about Lettuce Little Gem is available in the Folia gardener's wiki. All Lettuce Little Gem Care Instructions have been kindly provided by our members.
Milestones
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31 Dec 2012
Reviewed day 180
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30 Sep 2012
Harvesting day 88
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04 Jul 2012
Sown day 0
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