LETTUCE, Dark Green Romaine Lettuce

 Dark Green Romaine Lettuce  Lactuca sativa    Seeds ~ 200 per packet. Germination 85%   (Packed for 2024)    DAYS TO MATURITY: 65 days PLANT DESCRIPTION: (Latuca sativa) This yummy, slow-to-bolt lettuce is a beauty in the garden with it's dark green leaves. Whether you want to cut and come again or grow a full head of lettuce, this one gives you options. The perfect version of a classic form of lettuce. HISTORY: Originally considered a weed in the Mediterranean, Romaine Lettuce is one of the oldest known cultivated lettuce varieties, having been grown for at least 5,000 years. In the 1970s this lettuce was brought back into the culinary limelight as a topping on burgers and chicken sandwiches. NUTRITIONAL VALUE: Lettuce, a staple in salads and various dishes, offers a spectrum of nutritional benefits. Primarily composed of water, it provides hydration alongside a low-calorie option for those focusing on weight management. Lettuce is a rich source of vitamins, particularly vitamin