Lettuce - Chinese Leaf Pointed Taiwan Sword seeds

Lettuce - Chinese Leaf Pointed Taiwan Sword - 200 seeds

Lactuca sativa

Sword Leaf lettuce, or Pointed Leaf or Oriental lettuce, is highly sought after in Taiwan, where it is referred to simply as "a Choy". Featuring bright green leaves with a sharp point at the end and young, crunchy stems that are best when harvested 25cm tall - this delicious vegetable can be enjoyed in salads, soups and stir-fries. It is no wonder why Sword Leaf lettuce has become so popularly featured in Cantonese cuisine! This nutritious plant is an ideal choice for home gardening.

Alternative names: a choy, a tsai, Chinese lettuce, chisa, daun selada, gie chia wo tsai, letsugas, phak gadhom, phak salat, retasu, salad, salada, selada, wo tsai, youmaicai, yu mai tsai.

Sow in spring & autumn at 3mm deep, 20-25cm apart. Germination in 7-14 days at 10-22oC. Maturity in 50-60 days. Seeds need light to germinate, so do not plant too deep. Keep soil moist. Fertilise as needed.