{"product_id":"pelleted-seed-lettuce-romaine-dragoon-4-sizes-available","title":"Pelleted Seed Lettuce Romaine Dragoon 4 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seed Sizes Available","description":"\u003cp id=\"collapsible-description-1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(12, 64, 8);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePelleted Seed Lettuce Romaine Dragoon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e produces compact, uniform green mini-romaine plants with thick, crisp leaves and exceptionally dense heads. This organic, heirloom variety uses NOP-compliant pelleting for easier precision seeding and consistent stand establishment. Dragoon holds well in field conditions, maintains quality through harvest and transport, and performs across spring, summer, and fall. Its bolting and tipburn tolerance helps protect crop quality, while its flexibility in field and hydroponic systems makes it useful for home gardens, market production, and controlled growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(37, 92, 10);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 99%. Test Date: 11\/25. JSS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(37, 92, 10);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details collapsible-xs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are pelleted seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each seed is coated to make it easier to see, handle, and space during planting. Dragoon is offered as organic seed with NOP-compliant pelleting. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(33, 63, 95);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pelleted-seeds\" title=\"Pelleted Seeds Blog\" style=\"color: rgb(33, 63, 95);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more about pelleted seeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Dragoon Pelleted Romaine Lettuce Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Mini Romaine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow uniform, dense heads with the crisp texture of romaine in a compact form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThick, Crisp Leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong leaves hold their quality through harvest and transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolting and Tipburn Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragoon is bred to help reduce common quality losses across spring, summer, and fall production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Heirloom Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with organic seed and NOP-compliant pelleting for precise planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in traditional field production, home garden beds, or hydroponic systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragoon offers resistance to Downy Mildew EU races 16–27, 29, 32, and 34; US races 5–8; Lettuce Leaf Aphid; Tomato Bushy Stunt Virus; and intermediate resistance to Lettuce Mosaic Virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT0-30 Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The variety carries the listed MT0-30 designation as part of its production profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility Patent Cultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e A utility patent-granted variety backed by strong agronomic performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in full sun during cooler weather. Provide afternoon shade in hot climates to help preserve crisp leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost and organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow pelleted seeds about 1\/4 inch deep, or start indoors and transplant carefully once seedlings are established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space mini-romaine plants about 8–10 inches apart, with rows 12–18 inches apart, to support dense heads and good airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Uneven moisture can stress lettuce and affect leaf quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed with compost or a balanced fertilizer at planting, then fertilize moderately as plants develop. Avoid excessive nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason Planning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use succession plantings in spring, summer, and fall to maintain a steady harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut dense heads at the base when they reach the size you prefer, or harvest outer leaves while allowing the center to continue growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying quality 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\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\"\u003eSafe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team is here to help you grow with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chop the crisp leaves into salads with herbs, vegetables, grains, or your favorite dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRomaine Hearts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the dense hearts for Caesar-style salads, sandwiches, and wraps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grill halved mini-romaine heads briefly for smoky edges while keeping the centers crisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuffed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use sturdy leaves as fresh wraps for grains, vegetables, or savory fillings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChopped:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the thick leaves to bowls, tacos, and chilled salads for fresh crunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 19, 19);\"\u003eOrder Dragoon Romaine Pelleted Lettuce Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 19, 19);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your seed quantity and grow compact, crisp Dragoon mini-romaine heads for fresh meals and market displays.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e Romaine lettuce contributes vitamin K to a balanced diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green romaine leaves provide carotenoids and vitamin A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Romaine contributes folate along with its crisp texture and fresh flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutritional values vary by serving size and preparation. This information refers to harvested lettuce, not the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant performance, head size, leaf texture, flavor, disease response, and days to maturity vary with soil, weather, sunlight, watering, and growing practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store unused seed packets sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planting dates depend on your USDA hardiness zone and local conditions. Lettuce is generally a cool-season crop, although Dragoon can perform across multiple seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resistance descriptions indicate the listed variety traits and do not guarantee immunity under every growing condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. 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