When to plant lettuce
Hardy · tolerates frostLettuceis keyed to your local frost dates. The offsets below hold anywhere — but the calendar dates they land on don’t. Enter your ZIP for dates tuned to your city’s nearest NOAA station.
Lettuce planting timeline
Hardy: tolerates frost and can go out a few weeks before the last spring frost.
Shop lettuce seeds →AFFILIATELettuce planting FAQ
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors?
Start lettuce indoors 4–6 weeks before the last spring frost, so seedlings are ready to plant out once the weather warms.
Can I direct sow lettuce?
Yes — you can sow lettuce directly outdoors 4 weeks before to 2 weeks after the last spring frost.
How long does lettuce take to grow?
Lettuce takes about 45–60 days from transplanting to harvest, depending on the variety and conditions.
Can I plant lettuce in the fall?
Yes — sow lettuce for a fall crop 4–8 weeks before the first fall frost.
Is lettuce frost-hardy?
Hardy: tolerates frost and can go out a few weeks before the last spring frost.
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