When to plant Lettuce in Zone 5a
In Zone 5a, Lettuce: direct sow outdoors around Apr 7–May 5; direct sow outdoors around Aug 6–Aug 20. Expect to harvest around May 22–Jun 19.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 7 – May 5 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Harvest | May 22 – Jun 19 |
| Harvest | Sep 20 – Oct 4 |
Tip: A cool-season crop. Sow early and again in late summer for fall; it bolts in summer heat.
Zone 5a averages a last spring frost around May 5 and a first fall frost around Oct 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 5a calendar in the tool →