{"product_id":"lettuce-parris-island-cos","title":"Lettuce Seeds, Parris Island Cos","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e) Cos. This variety boasts all the merits of a commercially bred variety, but the crisp and sweetly scrumptious leaves say heirloom. Parris Island Cos is a romaine lettuce beloved by growers, especially on the Eastern Seaboard, where it was originally introduced by Ferry Morse in 1951. Super uniform, upright leaves, observed disease tolerance, and moderate bolt resistance were the growing traits selected at Clemson College Agriculture department when it was bred for their South Carolina climate. The tender crisp leaves with delicate white hearts and the perfectly folded centers for scooping dips or holding dressings have won the hearts of gardeners for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parris Island Cos lettuce thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Incorporate compost or a balanced fertilizer to enrich the soil. This variety prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, especially in warmer climates. Maintain consistent moisture by watering regularly to keep the soil evenly moist without waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511042113822,"sku":"LT101","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/lettuce_parris_island_cos.jpg?v=1782394569","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/lettuce-parris-island-cos","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}