Kalura

Family: Asteraceae Vegetable

Crisp as morning air, Kalura romaine forms tall, elegant heads with a cool, refreshing crunch and a gently sweet, green-forward flavor.

The leaves are satisfyingly sturdy—deeply ribbed and beautifully textured—holding their shape for standout salads and vibrant garnishes. Grow Kalura for a dependable 60-day harvest that rewards with clean, upright heads and a fresh, garden-bright bite.

Light: Part SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Rosette

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 4th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jun 24th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	40
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Kalura’s tall, deeply ribbed leaves bring a cool, green sweetness and a stubborn crunch—exactly the kind of romaine that won’t turn limp under a slick of lemony dressing. It’s the lettuce you choose when texture matters as much as taste: crisp, upright, and garden-bright through the last bite.

Best Uses

ice-cold romaine salads where the leaves hold vinaigrette without collapsing
grilled-chicken or steakhouse-style Caesar-style wraps (it keeps its bite)
crisp garnish for tacos, bowls, and sandwiches where you want height and texture
quick-shocked or briefly blanched romaine for a snappy, warm-cold contrast

Flavor Profile

cool, gently sweet green flavor deeply ribbed crunch with sturdy leaf structure clean, watery snap that stays crisp longer than flimsier lettuces

Kitchen Pairings

lemon juice garlic Parmesan anchovy olive oil chicken

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common disease issue for Lactuca sativa (kalura) and how do I treat it?

A common problem is downy mildew (often seen as pale yellow patches on the upper leaf surface with a fuzzy growth underneath). Remove and discard badly affected leaves, improve airflow around plants, and avoid wetting the foliage when watering. If conditions stay humid, use an appropriate labeled fungicide for lettuce and follow label timing closely.

How often should I water kalura during the main growth phase?

During the main growth (roughly weeks 3–8), keep soil consistently lightly moist—about 1 inch of water per week total, adjusted for your weather. Water at the base early in the day so the leaves stay dry, and aim for evenly moist soil rather than letting it swing to dry then soggy. If you see leaf edges browning or bitter-tasting leaves, it usually points to irregular moisture.

How can I tell when kalura (Lactuca sativa) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when plants reach about 60 days from sowing (or sooner for baby leaves) and leaf size is fully developed for your target type. For crisp, mild leaves, pick in the morning before heat triggers bitterness and bolting; outer leaves can be snipped first for a continued harvest. If the center begins to elongate or you see a flowering stalk forming, harvest immediately because quality drops fast.