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Paris White Cos

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VEGETABLES / LETTUCE
ROMAINE
Romaine. Plants form a slight, loose, elliptic head. Plants measure 10.2-12.2" tall and 13-19" wide. Dark green, spatulate shaped leaves have a slightly wavy margin that is highly toothed. Leaves measure 9.5-11" tall and 7.5-9" wide. White seeded. Late bolting when grown in 2015 at Heritage Farm. A wonderful romaine lettuce this is sweet, crisp, firm, and juicy. Great for fresh eating, but especially delicious prepared as a stewed or braised lettuce. This accession matches the description of Paris White Cos listed in American Varieties of Lettuce 1872-1932 United States Bureau of Plant Industry. SSE Accession # 112154
SSE Accession: 112154
$3
Listed In: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
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Iowa
USDA Hardiness: 4b
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