Organic Asparagus Stem Lettuce 'Cracoviensis'

Latin name Lettuce
Quantity per packet Approximately 400 seeds
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Product
identification
Latin nameLettuce
FamilyAsteraceae
TypeVegetable
CycleAnnual
Quantity per packApproximately 400 seeds
Code produitJAREC-0130
Product
description

Organic asparagus lettuce 'Cracoviensis' is a unique ancient variety that brings a rare touch of originality to the vegetable garden, both for its slender habit and its dual use in cooking. With its long, dark green leaves delicately edged with purple and its tender central stem, Lactuca sativa stands out from classic lettuces by offering both crisp foliage and a fleshy stem reminiscent of asparagus in texture. In the garden, its vigorous and slightly vertical silhouette elegantly enlivens garden beds, while promising a harvest that is as intriguing as it is flavorful. Its leaves can be enjoyed fresh in salads, while its stem is wonderfully suited to steaming, braising, or grilling, revealing a sweet and subtle flavor. Easy to grow in well-drained soil, in sunny or slightly shaded conditions, it grows vigorously and offers great versatility throughout the season. Its relatively quick bolting allows you to enjoy these long, tender stems, which are highly sought after in this type of lettuce. It captivates gardeners who appreciate heirloom varieties with its unusual appearance, productivity, and gastronomic appeal. It is an original, generous, and refined lettuce, perfect for enriching the garden with diversity, texture, and elegance.

Sowing
guide
Sowing periodApril to July
Sowing depth0.2 in (0.5 cm)
Germination temperature10 to 20 °C (50 to 68 °F)
Germination time5 to 10 days
Soil
and care
ExposureSun to partial shade
Soil
Well-drained, cool, and loose
Watering
Regular
Container
growing
true
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Garden use
Salad, steaming, grilling, braising, container gardening
Bloom period
June to August
Harvest
55 to 70 days after sowing
Size
and facts
Height40 cm (16 in)
Spread20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)
Planting
partners
Good companions
Carrots, radishes, cucumbers, beets
Avoid planting with
Cabbage, celery, leeks
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.