& Lettuce Winter Gem 1 Seed Packet

This lettuce variety is not suitable for growing outside, but can be grown in an unheated greenhouse or cold frame. Lettuce 'Winter Gem' can be sown undercover from September to January. It produces small crops with deliciously crunchy hearts with a sweet flavour, perfect for adding to winter salads. Direct sow lettuce seeds in an unheated greenhouse or cold frame into well prepared, fertile, moist soil in sun or semi shade. Sow seeds thinly at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills 30cm (12") apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 30cm (12") apart and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Make regular sowings for a constant supply. Water lettuce frequently and hoe between plants regularly to prevent weeds from establishing. Ensure that adequate ventilation is maintained in order to prevent the spread of fungal diseases. Harvest lettuce when required by pulling up the entire plant before trimming off the stem with a knife. Hardiness: Hardy Position In: Full sun Height: up to 20cm Spread: up to 20cm Lettuce 'Winter Gem' is supplied as 1 Packet of 150 Seeds. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: It produces small crops with deliciously crunchy hearts with a sweet flavour, perfect for adding to winter salads Lettuce 'Winter Gem' can be sown undercover from September to January This lettuce variety is not suitable for growing outside, but can be grown in an unheated greenhouse or cold frame Lettuce 'Winter Gem' is supplied as 1 Packet of 150 Seeds Specifications: Model Number: 23786