Lettuce Romaine Little Caesar is an attractive tall romaine type with crisp bright green outer leaves and golden inner leaves. It has a sweet, crunchy flavour that makes it an excellent choice for salads and sandwiches.
Features
- Botanical name: Lactuca sativa
- Variety: Lettuce Romaine Little Caesar
- Tall romaine type
- Crisp bright green outer leaves
- Golden inner leaves
- Sweet crunchy flavour
- Great for salads and sandwiches
- Product code: LETRLC
Why You Should Buy
Little Caesar is a great choice for growers wanting a crisp, reliable romaine with strong kitchen appeal. Its upright habit and neat growth make it practical for small gardens, raised beds, and containers, while its sweet crunch suits Caesar salads, wraps, sandwiches, and fresh everyday picking.
Growing Guide
Sowing window: Spring, summer and autumn, depending on your local climate.
Sow direct or raise seedlings in a moist, well-drained soil or seed-raising mix. Sow seed about 3–5 mm deep and keep evenly moist during germination. Germination is usually around 7–14 days. Thin or transplant to about 20–30 cm apart. Harvest begins in about 55–66 days under suitable growing conditions.
Garden & Kitchen Appeal
This variety is ideal for gardeners who want a neat romaine with crisp texture and attractive colour contrast between the bright outer leaves and golden heart. It is especially well suited to fresh salads, sandwiches, and cut-and-come-again harvesting of outer leaves before full maturity.
FAQs
What type of lettuce is Little Caesar?
It is a romaine lettuce variety with upright heads and crisp leaves.
Is it good for smaller gardens or containers?
Yes, it is well suited to smaller spaces and container growing.
When should I sow the seeds?
Sow in spring, summer and autumn depending on your local climate.
How long does germination take?
Germination is usually around 7–14 days.
How long until harvest?
Harvest is typically around 55–66 days, depending on growing conditions.
