When to Plant Celtuce in Stanton County, NE
Celtuce (stem lettuce) is a Chinese vegetable grown for its thick, crunchy stem rather than its leaves. The peeled stem has a mild, cucumber-like flavor.
Stanton County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 26 and the first fall frost is October 10, giving you a growing season of approximately 167 days.
At an elevation of 511 feet, Stanton County receives approximately 34.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Celtuce to ensure they mature before fall.
Stanton County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Celtuce Planting Timeline — Stanton County, NE
Celtuce Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 22 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 26 | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Direct Sow | April 12 | Apr 12 – May 3 |
| Harvest | June 28 | Jun 28 – Aug 9 |
| Fall Sowing | August 1 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
60–90 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5b
📆 Growing Season
167 days in Stanton County
Growing Tips for Stanton County
Direct sow in spring or start indoors. Space 12 inches apart. Harvest when stems are about 1 inch in diameter. Peel the tough outer skin to reveal the tender center.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Celtuce in Stanton County, NE?
Stanton County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of April 26. Plan your Celtuce planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Stanton County, NE?
Stanton County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 26 and first fall frost is October 10.
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