Asparagus Lettuce Seeds - New Yu Mai Chinese Celtuce - 200 Seeds

Asparagus Lettuce, also known as Chinese Celtuce or stem lettuce, is a unique cool-season vegetable prized for its crisp, tender stems and mild, sweet flavor. Unlike common leaf lettuce, this variety is grown for its thick, elongated stem that can be peeled and used fresh in salads, stir-fries, or pickled. The leaves are also edible and can be cooked like other leafy greens. New Yu Mai is a popular Chinese variety known for its reliable performance and tender, flavorful stems.

This versatile vegetable adds variety to the garden and kitchen. It thrives in cooler weather and is an excellent choice for spring and fall planting. Whether you are an experienced grower or new to Asian vegetables, asparagus lettuce is easy to grow and rewarding to harvest.

Plant Features

• Grown for its crisp, tender stems and edible leaves
• Mild, sweet flavor ideal for fresh eating or cooking
• Cool-season annual vegetable
• Popular in Chinese cuisine and Asian gardens
• New Yu Mai variety is known for reliable growth

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa var. angustana
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, forming a thick central stem
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 as a cool-season annual
• Bloom Season: Bolts in hot weather; harvest before flowering
• Mature Height: 12-24 inches
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep; germinate at 60-70°F
• Spacing: 8-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow asparagus lettuce seeds directly in the garden in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days. Thin seedlings to 8-12 inches apart to allow proper stem development. Provide consistent moisture and mulch to keep roots cool. Avoid planting in the heat of summer, as high temperatures can cause bolting and bitter flavor.

Harvest stems when they are 1-2 inches in diameter and before the plant bolts. Peel the outer fibrous layer to reveal the crisp, tender interior. Leaves can be harvested at any stage. For best quality, use stems fresh or store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

What's Included

200 Asparagus Lettuce seeds of the New Yu Mai variety.