2000 Parris Island Cos Heirloom Romaine Lettuce Seeds

Paris Island Romaine Lettuce packs a larger amount of vitamins, minerals, fiber than other popular types of lettuce. The fiber, vitamin C, and beta-carotene content makes romaine an especially good vegetable for heart health. Romaine is also an excellent source of lutein, a yellow-colored phytonutrient found to be important to eye health. Heirloom. Developed at a Clemson University experiment station in 1951, this lettuce earns a spot with gardeners as the classic romaine. Its compact, dark green rosette of tall, upright leaves is slightly curly with white hearts and has a crisp, sweet flavor.Slow to bolt. Grows best in full sun, but will tolerate partial shade and even appreciates it in spring in hot climates.***LETTUCE GROWING GUIDE BELOW***Lettuce is a cool-season crop that grows well in the spring and in the fall in most regions. Lettuce seedlings will even tolerate a light frost. Temperatures between 45 F and 65 F are ideal. Garden lettuce is far superior, in both taste and vitami