Celtuce (Stem Lettuce)

$4.00

Lactuca sativa

Heirloom | Unique | 55 days to maturity

This unusual lettuce originates from China. Grown mainly for its succulent swollen stems that have a  celery-like crunch with a buttery flavor, with a hint of bitterness. Flavor is more mild when grown in the cool season.  It is delicious cooked and raw used in salads, soups and stir-fies. Harvest after stem begins to thicken at about 8-10″ hight. (~800 Seeds/ gram)

  • Approx 400 seeds/pkt

In stock

  • Heirloom

  • Planting Season: Spring

Additional information

Weight .123 oz