Costal Star Pelleted Romaine Lettuce is a heat-tolerant, full-size romaine with large, heavy heads, dark-green leaves, and naturally sweet flavor. Harvest whole heads or trim crisp hearts for salads, wraps, and sandwiches. Bring a head to your cutting board, halve it, and briefly grill the hearts for smoky edges and a fresh, crunchy center. Choose 60, 80, 100, or 200 seeds.

Offered as organic seed with NOP-compliant pelleting, as identified in this listing. Pellets make individual seeds easier to see, handle, and space. Learn more about pelleted seeds.

Germination Rate: 98%. Test Date: 6/26. JSS.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%

Why Choose Costal Star Pelleted Romaine?

• Full-size heads: Large, heavy heads provide a generous harvest of dark-green leaves.
• Heat tolerance: Supports warm-season production under suitable conditions, though lettuce still benefits from protection during extreme heat.
• Sweet flavor: Crisp leaves and hearts suit fresh meals and quick grilling.
• Whole heads or hearts: Flexible preparation suits salads, sandwiches, and wraps.
• Organic seed: Offered with NOP-compliant pelleting for careful planting.
• Corky root: Intermediate resistance supports performance but does not guarantee immunity.
• Production designation: Listed with the MT0-30 designation.
• Visible pellets: Coated seeds support precise placement and spacing.

Planting Tips for Success

• Season and light: Plan sowings around local calendars. Provide full sun in cool weather and afternoon protection in hot climates.
• Soil: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost.
• Sowing: Sow about 1/4 inch deep following packet guidance, or start indoors and transplant carefully. Keep pellets consistently moist during germination so coating breaks down.
• Spacing: Space plants 10–12 inches apart with rows 12–18 inches apart for full heads and airflow.
• Water: Maintain even moisture without waterlogging. Do not let germinating pellets dry out.
• Fertilizer: Feed moderately with balanced fertilizer according to label directions and soil needs. Avoid excess nitrogen.
• Support and care: No staking or trellising is needed. Weed gently around shallow roots and monitor for pests.
• Harvest: Cut developed heads at the base while crisp and before bolting. Refrigerate promptly.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh salads: Chop with tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs for sweet crunch.
• Romaine hearts: Use firm hearts in Caesar-style salads and sandwiches.
• Grilled: Briefly grill halved hearts for smoky edges while retaining texture.
• Wraps: Fill sturdy leaves with vegetables, grains, or cooked proteins.
• Bowls and tacos: Add chopped dark-green leaves just before serving.

Order Costal Star Pelleted Romaine Seeds Today

Choose 60, 80, 100, or 200 seeds and grow full-size, sweet romaine heads for garden-fresh meals.

Nutritional Information

• Vitamin K: Harvested romaine contributes vitamin K to a balanced diet.
• Vitamin A: Dark-green leaves provide carotenoids and vitamin A.
• Folate: Romaine contributes folate along with fresh flavor and texture.
• Serving note: General information refers to harvested lettuce, not planting seeds. Nutrient amounts vary by serving size, growing conditions, and preparation; no Costal Star-specific analysis is provided.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Performance, head size, texture, flavor, disease response, and maturity vary with growing conditions.
• Seed Storage: Store sealed, cool, dry, and dark. Protect pellets from moisture and handle gently.
• Planting Zones: Lettuce is generally a cool-season crop. Use local planting calendars and temperatures; heat tolerance does not mean heat immunity.
• Disease Resistance: Listed resistance does not guarantee immunity.
• For Planting: Seeds and coating are not food. The recipe uses harvested lettuce.

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Grilled Costal Star Romaine Hearts with Lemon and Parmesan

Quick grilling gives firm romaine hearts smoky edges while keeping the centers crisp. Serves 4 as a side. Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 3–5 minutes.

Ingredients

• 2 harvested Costal Star romaine hearts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan
• Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

1. Remove damaged outer leaves. Rinse hearts thoroughly under running water, gently opening leaves to remove grit. Drain and pat very dry.
2. Heat a clean grill or grill pan to medium-high. Halve each heart lengthwise, keeping the base intact to hold leaves together.
3. Brush cut surfaces with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
4. Place cut-side down on the grill for 2–3 minutes until lightly charred. Turn and cook about 1 minute more if needed. Remove before leaves become limp throughout.
5. Whisk remaining olive oil, lemon juice, and mustard. Drizzle lightly over grilled hearts, then top with tomatoes and Parmesan. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Options and Storage

Omit Parmesan for a dairy-free version. A grill pan works well when outdoor grilling is unavailable. Grill only what you plan to serve for best texture. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F, and use within 3–4 days; grilled lettuce softens during storage.