Pelleted Seed Lettuce Summer Crisp Star Fighter is a heat-tolerant, disease-resistant green-leaf variety that produces high yields of uniform, medium-size heads with good flavor. Its dark green, shiny, slightly savoyed leaves bring attractive texture to fresh salads and sandwiches. Star Fighter offers excellent bolt and tipburn tolerance along with strong resistance to several common lettuce pests and diseases. Conventional seed with NOP-compliant pelleting is available in four sizes: 60, 80, 100, or 200 seeds. Seed lot MT0-30.

Germination Rate: 97%. Test Date: 7/26. JSS.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%

Pelleted seeds are coated to make individual seeds easier to see and handle during precision planting. Learn more about pelleted seeds.

Disease Resistance

• Downy Mildew: High resistance to EU races 16–25, 27, and 30–32.
• Downy Mildew: High resistance to US races 5–9.
• Lettuce Leaf Aphid: High resistance to Nasonovia ribisnigri.
• Lettuce Root Aphid: High resistance to Pemphigus bursarius.

Why Choose Star Fighter Pelleted Lettuce?

• Heat-Tolerant Green Leaves: Star Fighter is suited to warm-season growing and produces attractive dark green leaves with a slightly savoyed texture.
• Uniform Medium-Size Heads: Enjoy consistent head development and good yields for home gardens, raised beds, and market-style harvests.
• Good Flavor: The crisp green leaves are a versatile base for salads, sandwiches, wraps, and fresh summer meals.
• Strong Field Performance: Excellent bolt and tipburn tolerance helps support a longer harvest window under favorable conditions.
• Broad Resistance Package: High resistance to listed Downy Mildew races, lettuce leaf aphid, and lettuce root aphid provides valuable growing support.
• Precision-Friendly Pellets: The coated seeds are easier to see and space, with NOP-compliant pelleting for careful planting.

Planting Tips for Success

• Choose the Right Season: Sow for spring or fall harvests, using Star Fighter’s heat tolerance to help extend production into warmer weather.
• Provide Sunlight: Grow in a sunny location with good airflow. In very hot conditions, afternoon protection can help keep leaves tender.
• Prepare the Soil: Use fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, and keep the seedbed free of weeds.
• Plant Carefully: Place pelleted seeds at the depth recommended on the packet, then cover lightly and avoid burying them too deeply.
• Space for Heads: Thin or transplant seedlings so medium-size heads have room to develop and airflow can reach the foliage.
• Keep Moisture Even: Water consistently so the soil stays evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially while seedlings are establishing.
• Feed as Needed: Start with fertile soil and apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to label directions when plants need additional nutrition.
• Harvest Promptly: Harvest heads while leaves are crisp and before plants move into flowering.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh Salads: Slice the dark green leaves into salads for crisp texture, good flavor, and attractive color.
• Lettuce Wraps: Use sturdy leaves as fresh wraps for vegetables, grains, chicken, or other savory fillings.
• Sandwiches and Burgers: Add chilled Star Fighter leaves for a fresh, crunchy layer that balances rich fillings.
• Grilled Lettuce: Halve a head, brush lightly with oil, and grill briefly for smoky edges while keeping the center crisp.
• Garnishes: Chop tender leaves for tacos, bowls, sandwiches, and fresh summer plates.

Order Star Fighter Pelleted Lettuce Seeds Today

Choose 60, 80, 100, or 200 seeds and grow uniform, heat-tolerant lettuce with strong field performance.

Nutritional Information

Approximate nutrition for 2 cups of shredded raw lettuce, based on harvested lettuce rather than planting seeds:

• Calories: Approximately 14
• Total Carbohydrate: Approximately 3 grams, about 1% Daily Value
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 1 gram, about 5% Daily Value
• Protein: Approximately 1 gram, about 3% Daily Value
• Vitamin A: Approximately 370 micrograms RAE, about 41% Daily Value
• Vitamin K: Approximately 91 micrograms, about 76% Daily Value
• Folate: Approximately 76 micrograms, about 19% Daily Value
• Potassium: Approximately 190 milligrams, about 4% Daily Value

Nutrition varies with growing conditions, harvest size, variety, preparation, and serving size. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. These values apply to harvested lettuce, not seeds.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Plant performance, head size, maturity, flavor, texture, color, heat tolerance, tipburn tolerance, and disease resistance can vary with weather, soil, cultural practices, and local growing conditions.
• Pelleted Seed Storage: Store unused pelleted seed in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container. Protect the coating from moisture and handle pellets gently.
• Planting Zones: Lettuce is commonly grown as a cool-season crop, while Star Fighter’s heat tolerance can help extend the season. Check local planting calendars for the best timing in your area.

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