How to Grow Carlton
Brassica rapa var. perviridis
Your complete guide to growing Carlton.
📷 Wikipedia: Brassica rapaWhen to Plant Carlton
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | June – September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | June – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | May – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | May – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | May – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | April – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | April – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | March – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | February – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | February – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | January – December |
Companion Plants for Carlton
✓ Good companions
Deep roots don't compete with shallow lettuce roots, good space utilization
Repels aphids and other soft-bodied insects that damage lettuce
Attracts beneficial insects like ladybugs that prey on lettuce pests
Natural fungicide properties help prevent lettuce diseases like downy mildew
Deters nematodes and aphids while attracting beneficial insects
Trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, acts as living mulch
Attracts beneficial insects and doesn't compete heavily for nutrients
Break up soil for lettuce roots and mature quickly as companion crop
Similar growing requirements and can provide shade for lettuce in warm weather
✗ Keep away from
Competes for nutrients and space, can shade out lettuce with large leaves
Allelopathic compounds inhibit lettuce germination and growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
