High-Vigour Little Gem Specialty Lettuce with Exceptional Weight for Year-Round Production
- Premium Little Gem Type: Produces compact, dense heads with thick, dark green leaves and a clean, well-formed base.
- Year-Round Adaptability: High-vigour variety that performs reliably across all seasons with strong bolting tolerance.
- Fast Maturation Cycle: Rapid turnaround, reaching harvest maturity in just 30–40 days from transplant.
- Dual-System Versatility: Delivers high plant uniformity and mass in both open-field and commercial hydroponic setups.
- Comprehensive Disease Package: High resistance (HR) to Downy Mildew (Bremia lactucae Bl: 16–37 EU) and intermediate resistance (IR) to Lettuce Mosaic Virus (LMV:1).
A high-performing Little Gem specialty lettuce suited to commercial outdoor open-field, tunnel, and hydroponic production for fresh market pre-packs and salad processing.
Fast-maturing variety, taking approximately 30 – 40 days from transplant to harvest depending on seasonal temperatures and growing conditions.
High-vigour, highly uniform growth habit featuring thick, dark green leaves, a neat base, and strong field holding with reliable bolting tolerance.
Recommended planting densities depend on the production system and target head size:
Open-Field Production: 80,000 – 100,000 plants per hectare.
Hydroponic / NFT Systems: 15 – 20 cm plant spacing within standard commercial channels.
Forms compact, uniform heads with exceptional internal density, deep color, and excellent weight. Thick leaf texture ensures high marketable yields, easy handling, and extended shelf life during packing and transport.
High Resistance (HR): Downy Mildew (Bremia lactucae Bl: 16–37 EU).
Intermediate Resistance (IR): Lettuce Mosaic Virus (LMV:1).