How to Grow Stella Rosa
Cichorium intybus
Your complete guide to growing Stella Rosa.
📷 Wikipedia: LettuceWhen to Plant Stella Rosa
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | August – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | August – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | August – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | July – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | July – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | June – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | May – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | May – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | April – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | April – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | April – December |
Companion Plants for Stella Rosa
✓ Good companions
Deep roots don't compete with shallow lettuce roots, helps loosen soil
Repels aphids and improves lettuce flavor while taking minimal space
Attracts beneficial insects like ladybugs that control lettuce pests
Natural pest deterrent, repels aphids and slugs that commonly attack lettuce
Repels nematodes, aphids, and other pests that damage lettuce
Trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, attracts beneficial insects
Quick-growing, helps break up soil and can be harvested before lettuce needs space
Similar growing requirements and can provide partial shade in hot weather
✗ Keep away from
Heavy feeder that competes for nutrients and can shade out lettuce
Competes for similar nutrients and space, both prefer cool moist conditions
Allelopathic compounds inhibit lettuce germination and growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
