Stem Lettuce

L ETTUCE: CELLTUCE / STEM LETTUCE / WOSON

(LACTUCA SATIVA VAR. ANGUSTANA)

A Chinese variety of lettuce grown primarily for the stem rather than the leaves, which can be eaten while young but tend to be bitter.

The stem is peeled and is similar to water chestnut with a sweet, nutty flavour, which has a smoky aftertaste.

Added to stir-fries, pickled, grilled roasted or eaten raw.

Easy to grow and use.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: JAN – DEC

Temperate: MAR – NOV

Sub – Tropical: APR – SEP

Tropical: APR – JUN

Arid: MAR – OCT

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6 – 7.5

Well-drained soil.

Good humus levels.

Add compost.