{"product_id":"lettuce-tom-thumb","title":"Lettuce Tom Thumb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n\n  * { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n  body { padding: 30px 24px 60px; }\n\n  \/* Dropdowns *\/\n  details {\n    border: 1px solid #d8e4c8;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    margin: 16px 0;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    background: #f9fdf5;\n  }\n  summary {\n    cursor: pointer;\n    padding: 14px 18px;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    color: #2c2c2c;\n    background: #eef5e4;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    list-style: none;\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: 8px;\n    user-select: none;\n  }\n  summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }\n  summary::after { content: '＋'; margin-left: auto; color: #5a7e3a; }\n  details[open] summary::after { content: '－'; }\n  details[open] summary { border-radius: 8px 8px 0 0; 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margin-bottom: 8px; }\n  .closing-box a  { color: #2c4a8a; font-weight: 700; }\n\n  hr.section { border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ddeecb; margin: 28px 0; }\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLettuce 'Tom Thumb' Seeds\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"strapline\"\u003eA perfect miniature butterhead ready to harvest in as little as six weeks. Ideal for pots, window boxes, and succession sowing all season long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there is one lettuce that rewards the kitchen gardener more generously than the space and effort it demands, it is 'Tom Thumb'. This Victorian miniature butterhead produces small, perfectly formed heads of soft, crinkled leaves with a sweet, buttery flavour and a satisfying, loosely folded heart — each one just the right size for a single serving, harvested whole and brought straight to the table. At barely 15cm across, it takes up a fraction of the space of a standard lettuce, yet delivers the same quality and far more charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real magic of 'Tom Thumb' is its speed. Sow a short row, and in as little as six weeks you are harvesting. Sow another row a fortnight later, and another after that — and suddenly you have the most productive, continuous, and satisfying small-scale crop in the kitchen garden. It thrives in containers and window boxes, tucks neatly between taller crops in the potager, and makes one of the most productive uses of the space under a cold frame or in an unheated greenhouse in early spring and late autumn. For anyone growing food with limited space, limited time, or simply an appreciation for crops that deliver quickly and without drama, 'Tom Thumb' is as close to the perfect lettuce as the seed catalogue offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"section\"\u003e\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 1: Understanding the Plant --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🌿 Understanding the Plant\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Tom Thumb' is a \u003cstrong\u003eHardy Annual\u003c\/strong\u003e and one of Britain's oldest and most enduring butterhead lettuce varieties, with records of cultivation dating back to at least the mid-19th century. It is a butterhead type — characterised by its soft, rounded, loosely folded head, tender leaves, and mild, buttery flavour — but in a miniature package that makes it uniquely versatile for modern gardens of all sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Butterhead Difference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterhead lettuces like 'Tom Thumb' produce softer, more delicate leaves than crisphead or cos varieties, with a smooth, almost silky texture and a gently sweet flavour that is never bitter or sharp when harvested at the right time. The characteristic pale, blanched heart at the centre of a well-formed butterhead head is one of the finest things in the summer salad bowl — tender, sweet, and entirely different in character from the outer leaves that surround it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact by Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The small head size of 'Tom Thumb' is not a compromise — it is the variety's greatest strength. Each plant takes up approximately the same space as a large coffee mug, meaning it can be grown at much higher densities than standard lettuces, tucked between brassicas, onions, and herbs in the potager, or grown six to a standard window box for a productive and genuinely attractive edible display. The compact size also means each head is a perfect single serving — no half-eaten lettuce wilting in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolting Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Tom Thumb' has reasonable resistance to bolting compared to many heritage butterhead varieties — but like all lettuces it will run to seed in prolonged heat. For summer growing, choose a spot with afternoon shade or sow in succession so that no single batch spends too long in the ground during the hottest weeks. Sowings made from August onwards are the most reliable and often produce the finest heads of the year, as the cooler conditions suit this variety perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 2: Growing Guide --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🌱 Growing Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Tom Thumb' is one of the most beginner-friendly crops in the kitchen garden — fast to germinate, rapid to mature, and genuinely forgiving of less-than-perfect growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow indoors from \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary to March\u003c\/strong\u003e for the earliest crops, or direct outdoors from \u003cstrong\u003eMarch to August\u003c\/strong\u003e. For direct outdoor sowings, scatter seeds thinly into shallow drills approximately 5mm deep and 25–30cm apart, or broadcast sow across a pot or container. Thin seedlings to 15cm apart once large enough to handle — the thinnings are entirely edible and make a delicious addition to salads. For indoor sowings, sow into module trays and transplant out at 3–4 weeks old. Germination is fast — typically \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 days\u003c\/strong\u003e in mild conditions. Note that lettuce seed will not germinate well above 25°C — for midsummer sowings, place the seed tray somewhere cool for the first few days to trigger germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Tom Thumb' grows well in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and is one of the best lettuces for containers, window boxes, raised beds, and growing bags. It prefers moisture-retentive, well-drained soil or compost and benefits from consistent watering — dry conditions cause the leaves to become bitter and encourage premature bolting. In summer, a position with morning sun and afternoon shade produces the best flavour and longest productive window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep plants consistently watered, particularly during warm or dry spells — irregular watering is the primary cause of bitterness and bolting in lettuce. A light liquid feed every two weeks once the head begins to form will encourage lush, tender growth. Slugs and snails are the principal pest — a ring of copper tape around containers, or a sprinkling of organic slug pellets around outdoor rows, will protect developing plants effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest whole heads when they reach full size but before the centre begins to elongate — the classic sign of imminent bolting. Cut at the base with a sharp knife, leaving the root in the ground. In cooler weather, the plant will sometimes produce a second flush of loose leaves from the cut base — a pleasant bonus. For the freshest possible flavour, harvest in the morning when the leaves are still cool and full of moisture, and eat the same day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 3: Plant Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📋 Plant Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Tom Thumb'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLettuce 'Tom Thumb' \/ Miniature Butterhead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardy Annual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH4 — Hardy; tolerates light frosts, especially under cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun \/ Partial Shade ⛅\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiniature — approximately 10–15cm across\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15cm apart; rows 25–30cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect sow outdoors or sow indoors and transplant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays to First Harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 40–60 days from sowing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarvest Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApril to November (year-round under cover)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlavour Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet, mild, and buttery — tender outer leaves with a pale, blanched heart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeeds per Packet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 750 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"perfect-for-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-green\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🥗\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eSingle-Serving Salad Heads\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-teal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🪴\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eContainers, Pots \u0026amp; Window Boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-sage\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eSuccession Sowing All Season\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-olive\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eCottage Potager \u0026amp; Edible Borders\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-slate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e❄️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eEarly Spring \u0026amp; Late Autumn Crops\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 4: Garden Combinations --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🤝 Beautiful Garden Combinations\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Tom Thumb' is one of the most sociable crops in the kitchen garden — its compact size makes it an ideal gap-filler between taller plants, and these companions from our range benefit the crop while adding beauty to the productive bed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"companion-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"amber\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🧡\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/calendula-art-shades-mixed-seeds\" title=\"Calendula Art Shades Mixed Seeds\"\u003eCalendula 'Art Shades Mixed'\u003c\/a\u003e: The Potager Classic.\u003c\/strong\u003e Calendula and lettuce are one of the great kitchen garden pairings — the warm apricot and cream flowers of Art Shades planted along the edge of the lettuce bed attract aphid-eating hoverflies and lacewings at exactly the time young lettuce plants are most vulnerable to aphid attack. The visual combination is equally successful: the bold, warm tones of Calendula alongside the cool, fresh green of Tom Thumb lettuce heads is a genuinely beautiful potager display that looks as considered as any cottage border planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"blue\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🌼\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/borage-seeds\" title=\"Borage Seeds\"\u003eBorage\u003c\/a\u003e: The Beneficial Neighbour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Borage is traditionally companion-planted alongside lettuce and salad crops, where its strong aromatic foliage is believed to deter aphids — the principal pest of the lettuce family. Its deep taproot draws up nutrients that benefit the shallow-rooted lettuce, and its prolific electric-blue flowers provide sustained nectar for beneficial insects throughout the season. The edible flowers make an outstandingly beautiful garnish scattered across a Tom Thumb salad — bright blue stars against pale green leaves, finished with a light dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"orange\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🌼\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/nasturtium-tom-thumb-seeds\" title=\"Nasturtium Tom Thumb Seeds\"\u003eNasturtium 'Tom Thumb'\u003c\/a\u003e: The Edible Edging Pair.\u003c\/strong\u003e There is something deeply satisfying about growing two 'Tom Thumbs' side by side — the compact mounds of Nasturtium and the neat little lettuce heads make one of the most productive and visually pleasing small-space pairings in the edible garden. The Nasturtium's peppery foliage deters aphids and slugs from the neighbouring lettuce, while the bold orange and red flowers provide a vivid colour contrast to the soft green of the lettuce heads. Both are fully edible, and together they make the most colourful and flavoursome summer salad bowl imaginable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"green\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/basil-classic-italian-seeds\" title=\"Basil Classic Italian Seeds\"\u003eBasil Classic Italian\u003c\/a\u003e: The Italian Salad Garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil and butterhead lettuce are natural companions both in the ground and on the plate. Basil's aromatic oils are believed to repel the aphids and thrips that target lettuce leaves, and its strong scent may confuse the moths whose caterpillars damage salad crops. In the kitchen, the combination is simply unbeatable — a freshly harvested Tom Thumb heart with torn basil, a drizzle of good olive oil, and a few flakes of sea salt is one of the purest and most satisfying summer salads there is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 5: Sowing \u0026 Harvesting Calendar --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📅 Sowing \u0026amp; Harvesting Calendar\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"calendar-intro\"\u003eSow indoors from February for the earliest crops, then direct outdoors from March through to August — making a short sowing every two to three weeks for a continuous, unbroken supply of sweet little lettuce heads right through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"calendar-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"calendar-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"cal-label\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth 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cal-sow-indoor last-active\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!-- Sow Outdoors: Mar–Aug --\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-label\"\u003e🌿 Sow Outdoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-sow-outdoor first-active\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-sow-outdoor mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-sow-outdoor mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-sow-outdoor mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-sow-outdoor mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-sow-outdoor last-active\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!-- Harvest: Apr–Nov --\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-label\"\u003e🥗 Harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest first-active\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest mid\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest last-active\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cal-legend\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cal-legend-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cal-swatch swatch-sow-indoor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSow Indoors\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cal-legend-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cal-swatch swatch-sow-outdoor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSow Outdoors\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cal-legend-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cal-swatch swatch-harvest\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHarvest\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cal-legend-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cal-swatch swatch-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNot active\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Succession Sowing Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe secret to a continuous lettuce harvest is never letting a batch run to seed without a replacement ready to step in. Sow a short row every two to three weeks from March through to August and you will have fresh heads available from April right through to November. Because 'Tom Thumb' heads are small and each plant is harvested whole, a single row of ten plants gives roughly ten meals — so a new row every fortnight keeps the supply perfectly balanced with the demand. Don't overlook an August sowing either: autumn-grown Tom Thumb lettuce, maturing in the cooler conditions of September and October, often produces the finest, sweetest, most blemish-free heads of the entire year.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- CLOSING --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"closing-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏆 Britain's Best-Loved Miniature Lettuce\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Tom Thumb' has been earning its place in British kitchen gardens since the Victorian era — and over 150 years of continuous cultivation is the most reliable endorsement any vegetable variety can have. Whether grown in a raised bed, a terracotta pot on the patio, a window box on a city balcony, or tucked between herbs and flowers in a cottage potager, it delivers sweet, tender, beautifully formed heads with a speed and reliability that makes it one of the most satisfying and rewarding seeds in the entire kitchen garden catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53651273318727,"sku":"sku-56889572032889","price":2.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/7051\/8343\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_cv9v1dcv9v1dcv9v.png?v=1775331174","url":"https:\/\/naturalgrower.co.uk\/products\/lettuce-tom-thumb","provider":"Natural Grower","version":"1.0","type":"link"}