DESCRIPTION
Lettuce Seeds - Summer 38 Celtuce - Heirloom
Other Common Names: Stem lettuce, asparagus lettuce, celtuce, Chinese lettuce, wo sun, wo ju sun, jing wo ju, tender stem lettuce, ngao lei shaang tsoi, woo chu, woh sun, or stemuretasu.
How to Grow Summer 38 Celtuce Lettuce
Prepare fertile, well-draining soil. In cool climates, sow seeds in spring after the last frost or in the late summer to early fall. Sow seeds in trays, then transplant them into an open field or sunny location. In temperate areas, sow in spring or fall. In tropical climates, sow year-round, avoiding the mid-summer. Seeds need light to germinate; do not bury. Keep soil moist; celtuce has a shallow root system and loves water. Moderate watering is required once the stems appear. Too little or too much water can cause cracking. Apply liquid fertilizer or compost tea every three weeks.
Harvesting Summer 38 Celtuce Lettuce
If desired, pick individual outer leaves before the plant is mature, being careful not to pick too many at any given time. Cut down the entire plant before flowering when the stems are at least 1” in diameter and 1” tall.
Culinary Tips
Use the young leaves in salad or cook them lightly. Eat the stalks fresh or cooked. Peel the outer skin and slice the stem; add to salads, pickled sides, soups, and stir-fries. Celtuce pairs well with meat, poultry, or fish. To preserve freshness, don’t remove the leaves from the stalk until you are ready to consume them.
Seeds Per Package
- 2 g packet - Approximately 1,300 Seeds
ATTRIBUTES
Basic Info
| Latin Name: |
Lactuca sativa var. asparagina ‘Summer 38 Celtuce’
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| Summer 38 Celtuce Lettuce Color: |
Greenish-white stems, bright green leaves.
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| Summer 38 Celtuce Lettuce Flavor: |
The stalks taste like a mild, nutty cucumber. The leaves taste slightly bitter and sweet.
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Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: |
75-85 Days
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| Days to Germination: |
3-5 Days
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| Seeding Depth: |
Uncovered. |
| Row Spacing: |
12-18 inches |
| Plant Height: |
12-18” |
| Growth Habit: |
A compact rosette of leaves atop a stiff stem. |
| Soil Preference: |
Moist, fertile soil. Avoid prolonged sogginess.
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| Temperature Preference: |
40-80?
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Other
| Plant Width: |
12-18 inches |
| Pests and Disease: |
Susceptible to common lettuce aliments. Slugs and downy mildew can also be problematic. Where leaves are damaged, the stems remain edible.
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