{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-lettuce-little-gem-seeds-1","title":"Mr Fothergill's Lettuce Little Gem Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"163\"\u003eMr Fothergill's Lettuce Little Gem Seeds – 1000 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Lettuce Little Gem Seeds produce one of the most popular and best-tasting small-hearted cos lettuces, prized for its crisp texture and sweet flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"335\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"357\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"796\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eAward-winning variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, holding the RHS Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"494\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"461\"\u003eCrisp, sweet, compact hearts\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for salads and garnishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"526\"\u003eReliable and easy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for gardeners of all experience levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"649\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eThrives in light, fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e in sunny positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"726\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"678\"\u003ePerfect for containers\u003c\/strong\u003e, raised beds, and traditional vegetable plots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"796\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eHighly recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Gardening Press and Consumer Groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"801\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eOriginally known as ‘Sugar Cos’, Little Gem has become synonymous with compact, sweet romaine lettuce. This much-loved variety stands out for its consistently crisp texture and delicious flavour, making it a favourite in home gardens across the UK. With its small, tight hearts and tender leaves, Little Gem is perfect for fresh salads, lunch boxes, sandwich fillings or as a base for summer dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eThese Little Gem lettuce seeds perform best in well-drained, fertile soil enhanced with plenty of organic matter to help retain moisture through the hotter months. An open, sunny position encourages strong, healthy growth and a steady harvest. Ideal for smaller gardens, raised beds, and container growing, this versatile lettuce provides excellent results even in compact spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eWith RHS recognition and strong endorsements from gardening experts, Little Gem is one of the most reliable and flavoursome lettuce varieties you can grow. 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