{"product_id":"lettuce-romaine-paris-white-cos-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Lettuce Romaine Paris White COS 1000 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(31, 62, 11);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRomaine Paris White Cos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a distinguished heirloom lettuce variety prized for its exceptional crispness and delicate, sweet flavor profile. This non-GMO cultivar produces tall, upright heads with pale green leaves that maintain their tender texture even as the plant matures. The elongated form and compact growth habit make it remarkably efficient for garden spacing while delivering substantial harvests. This variety excels in cool-season growing, thriving during spring and fall months when temperatures remain moderate. The mild, refined taste and satisfying crunch make it an excellent choice for fresh salads, composed dishes, wraps, and sandwiches where texture and flavor both matter. Paris White Cos demonstrates reliable germination and straightforward cultivation, making it accessible to both experienced gardeners and those new to seed starting. The heirloom genetics ensure consistent performance year after year, allowing you to save seeds from your best plants for future seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(25, 91, 11);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 97%. Test Date: 6\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 72, 5);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Romaine Paris White Cos?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Crispness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall, upright heads with pale green leaves deliver satisfying crunch in every bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet, Mild Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refined taste that enhances salads, wraps, and sandwiches without overpowering other ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool-Season Performer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in spring and fall — ideal for extending your growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Efficient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright growth habit maximizes garden space while delivering generous harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations — save seeds year after year for a self-sustaining garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade — tolerates some afternoon shade in warmer climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. A pH of 6.0–7.0 is ideal. Amend with compost before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow outdoors 2–4 weeks before last frost, or start indoors for earlier harvests. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin or transplant to 8–12 inches apart to allow full head development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist. Lettuce has shallow roots — water frequently in dry conditions to keep leaves tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced, nitrogen-rich fertilizer at planting to support leafy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lettuce bolts in heat — plant in early spring or fall to avoid high summer temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready in approximately 70–75 days. Harvest outer leaves continuously or cut the whole head at the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic Caesar salad lettuce — crisp leaves hold up beautifully under heavy dressings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWraps \u0026amp; Rolls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use whole leaves as low-carb wraps for grilled meats, tuna salad, or Asian-inspired fillings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSandwiches \u0026amp; Burgers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add crunch and freshness to sandwiches, burgers, and club wraps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve heads lengthwise, brush with olive oil, and grill briefly for a warm, slightly smoky side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraised:\u003c\/strong\u003e Braise whole leaves in broth with garlic and herbs for a classic French preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003eOrder Paris White Cos Romaine Lettuce Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(241, 20, 37);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh Romaine lettuce in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Applies to harvested lettuce, not seeds. Per 1 cup shredded Romaine, approx. 47g.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories: 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Fat: 0.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSodium: 4mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Carbohydrate: 1.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Fiber: 1g (4% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Sugars: 0.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein: 0.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin A: 205mcg (23% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C: 11.3mg (13% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin K: 48mcg (40% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolate: 64mcg (16% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium: 116mg (2% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom varieties may exhibit natural variation in size, color, and maturation. Results may vary based on growing conditions, soil type, climate, and gardening practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored lettuce seeds remain viable for 2–3 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 3–10 as a cool-season annual. In Zones 9–11, grow as a fall, winter, or early spring crop to avoid summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 78, 18);\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eParis White Cos Romaine Caesar Salad\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse harvested romaine leaves, not the planting seeds in this packet. Serves 4 as a side salad. Prep time: 20 minutes. Crouton cooking time: 10 to 15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 cups chopped harvested Paris White Cos romaine, washed and dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cups bread cubes, approximately 3\/4 inch across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 cup commercial mayonnaise made with pasteurized eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon Dijon mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 small garlic clove, finely grated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon anchovy paste, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan for the dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 cup shaved Parmesan for serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 to 2 tablespoons water, as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt and black pepper, to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat oven to 375°F. Toss bread cubes with olive oil and a little salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until crisp and golden. Let cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove damaged lettuce leaves. Separate the remaining leaves, rinse under cool running water and dry thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces and keep chilled until assembling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic, optional anchovy paste and grated Parmesan in a small bowl. Add water a little at a time until pourable. Taste and season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss romaine with enough dressing to coat lightly. Add cooled croutons and shaved Parmesan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish with black pepper and serve immediately for the best crunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOptions and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWithout anchovies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omit the anchovy paste for a milder dressing. For a vegetarian version, also choose Parmesan-style cheese made without animal rennet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake ahead:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepare dressing, lettuce and croutons separately. Refrigerate lettuce and dressing; keep cooled croutons dry and covered. Assemble just before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e This recipe contains egg, dairy and typically wheat; anchovy paste adds fish. Check ingredient labels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate perishable ingredients within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. 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