When to plant Lettuce in Zone 2a
In Zone 2a, Lettuce: direct sow outdoors around May 8–Jun 5; direct sow outdoors around Jun 30–Jul 14. Expect to harvest around Jun 22–Jul 20.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | May 8 – Jun 5 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 30 – Jul 14 |
| Harvest | Jun 22 – Jul 20 |
| Harvest | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
Tip: A cool-season crop. Sow early and again in late summer for fall; it bolts in summer heat.
Zone 2a averages a last spring frost around Jun 5 and a first fall frost around Aug 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 2a calendar in the tool →