When to plant lettuce in Arkansas
Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant lettuce shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about February 20 in Texarkana to March 22 in Rogers — below are local dates for 39 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | February 28 – March 21 |
| Fayetteville | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 14 – April 4 |
| Fort Smith | 8a | March 25 | November 6 | March 4 – March 25 |
| Springdale | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 14 – April 4 |
| Jonesboro | 7b | March 23 | November 9 | March 2 – March 23 |
| Rogers | 7a | April 12 | October 26 | March 22 – April 12 |
| Conway | 8a | April 2 | November 2 | March 12 – April 2 |
| North Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | February 28 – March 21 |
Lettuce in Arkansas: FAQ
When can I plant lettuce in Arkansas?
Across Arkansas, the time to transplant lettuce spans roughly February 20 in Texarkana to March 22 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the lettuce planting date vary across Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right lettuce planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does lettuce take to grow in Arkansas?
Lettuce takes about 45–60 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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