When to Plant Celtuce in Brewster County, TX
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.
Brewster County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 27 and the first fall frost is November 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 229 days.
At an elevation of 2,724 feet, Brewster County receives approximately 43.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 98°F, so Celtuce may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Celtuce will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.
Brewster County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Celtuce Planting Timeline — Brewster County, TX
Celtuce Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 20 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Direct Sow | March 13 | Mar 13 – Apr 3 |
| Harvest | May 29 | May 29 – Jul 10 |
| Fall Sowing | September 2 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| 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 8b
📆 Growing Season
229 days in Brewster County
Growing Tips for Brewster 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 Brewster County, TX?
Brewster County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 27. Plan your Celtuce planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Brewster County, TX?
Brewster County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 27 and first fall frost is November 11.
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