{"product_id":"500mg-asparagus-lettuce-new-yu-mai-seeds-lactuca-sativa-for-planting-heirloom-asian-greens-crisp-stems-tender-leaves","title":"500mg Asparagus Lettuce New Yu Mai Seeds Lactuca sativa for Planting | Heirloom Asian Greens Crisp Stems \u0026 Tender Leaves","description":"Grow your own unique and flavorful Asparagus Lettuce - New Yu Mai (Lactuca sativa var. angustana) with this 500mg packet of seeds. This versatile Asian green is known for its dual-purpose harvest: tender, crisp leaves for salads or wraps and crunchy, flavorful stems that can be stir-fried, steamed, or eaten fresh. A favorite in Chinese cuisine, Asparagus Lettuce offers a mild, nutty taste with a delightful texture.\n\nNew Yu Mai thrives in cooler weather and grows quickly, maturing in just 50–70 days. Suitable for USDA Zones 4–9, it prefers fertile, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. With its tall, upright growth and ornamental appeal, it’s perfect for garden beds or container gardening. Easy to grow and highly productive, this heirloom variety is ideal for home gardeners seeking a unique and nutritious addition to their vegetable garden.\n\nBotanical Name: Lactuca sativa var. angustana (New Yu Mai)\nCommon Name: Asparagus Lettuce, Celtuce, New Yu Mai\nSeed Quantity: 500mg\nFlavor Profile: Mild, nutty, tender leaves with crisp stems\nUses: Salads, stir-fries, wraps, steaming\nGrowing Conditions: Cool weather, full sun to partial shade\nPlant Type: Annual Asian green with upright growth\nDays to Maturity: 50–70 days\nSoil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil\nWatering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\nZones: USDA Zones 4–9\nEco-Friendly: Non-GMO heirloom variety\nFeatures: Dual-purpose harvest, fast-growing, unique flavor\n\nColor: Light green leaves, crisp pale green stems\nFeatures: Tender leaves, crunchy stems, fast-growing\nSoil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil\nWatering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging\nSunlight: Full sun to partial shade\nGrowth Rate: Fast\nCare Level: Easy for beginners","brand":"FaithFolkStudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51598095679809,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/bf942386-il_fullxfull.6456015616_kzrk.jpg?v=1775960211","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/500mg-asparagus-lettuce-new-yu-mai-seeds-lactuca-sativa-for-planting-heirloom-asian-greens-crisp-stems-tender-leaves","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}