What Is Little Gem Lettuce

The Little Gem Lettuce is an old time favorite, its truly a gem! This variety can be served whole or as a miniature green romaine. This lettuce produces tender green leaves with a blanched thick heart. Little Gem’s heads are about 4 inches across and are prime eating from 4-6 inches tall.

Is Little Gem lettuce the same as romaine?

Also called ‘Sucrine’ or ‘Sugar Cos’, ‘Little Gem’ is an English heirloom that is a small variety of romaine, but has the succulent sweetness of a butterhead. … The tender, blanched heart is ideal for any recipe that calls for “hearts of romaine.”

What kind of lettuce is little gem?

Little Gem lettuce is a small, sweet romaine-type variety. Romaine hearts can be used in its place.

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