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Miner’s Lettuce Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Cold-Hardy Fast-Growing Greens

Miner’s Lettuce Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Cold-Hardy Fast-Growing Greens

$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly in soil; do not cover deeply, just press lightly.
Plant in early spring or fall when temperatures are cool.
Space seeds 4–6 inches apart for proper growth.
Can be grown in garden beds, raised beds, or containers.
Keep soil consistently moist until germination (7–14 days).

How to Grow

Provide partial to full sun; tolerates light shade in hot climates
Maintain moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.
Thin seedlings to avoid overcrowding.
Harvest young leaves regularly for best flavor and continuous growth.


Watch for pests like slugs; use organic methods if needed.


Allow some plants to reseed naturally for continuous harvest.

Tips

Ensure soil stays moist.
Harvest before flowering for tender leaves.
Can be grown in containers with drainage.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Tender

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Low-growing

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Spring

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Miner’s Lettuce Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Cold-Hardy Fast-Growing Greens
seed-type

Seed Type

Heirloom

plant-type

Plant Type

leafy vegetable

Miner’s Lettuce (Claytonia perfoliata) is a versatile, nutrient-dense green that grows rapidly in cool conditions. Its succulent, mild-flavored leaves are ideal for culinary uses, and it naturally reseeds for continuous harvests.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Leafy

plant-height

Plant Height

4–10 inches

light-requirement

Light Requirement

full sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zone

Hardiness Zone

3–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

4–6 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

Surface sow

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Cool

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000174618

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is carambola called star fruit?

Its fruit develops distinct ridges that form a star-like shape when the fruit is sliced crosswise.

Can star fruit be grown in a container?

Yes. The product page lists container growing as an option, especially when the plant is managed for available space.

What climate is best for star fruit trees?

Star fruit is suited to warm tropical conditions and should be protected from frost and cold winds.

How tall can a star fruit tree become?

The product specifications list an expected plant height of about 15–30 feet.

What type of soil suits carambola trees?

Rich, well-drained soil is recommended to support root growth while avoiding prolonged waterlogging.

How should young carambola plants be protected from cold?

Keep young plants sheltered from frost and cold winds, particularly during early establishment.