Tropica Chinese Asparagus Lettuce 'Spring Tower Celtuce' Latuca sativa var. asparagina

The Chinese asparagus lettuce 'Spring Tower Celtuce' (Latuca sativa var. asparagina) is a remarkable vegetable variety that originates from southern China. This ancient cultivar is characterized by its rapid growth and versatile use. The lettuce develops both tender leaves and an edible stem, which can be harvested at a height of 20-25 cm. The harvest time comes after about 50-60 days. The mild to slightly bitter taste of the peeled and cooked stems makes them an excellent ingredient in stews and soups, while the fresh leaves provide a refreshing addition to various salads. Growing conditions affect the flavor, with cooler temperatures leading to milder tastes. Seeds can be started indoors in March or sown directly outdoors from the end of May, increasing cultivation flexibility.

• Fast growth and high yields
• Edible stem and tender leaves
• Versatile in the kitchen, both raw and cooked
• Impressive flavor characteristics that depend on growing conditions.