When to plant Lettuce in Zone 6a
In Zone 6a, Lettuce: direct sow outdoors around Mar 24–Apr 21; direct sow outdoors around Aug 22–Sep 5. Expect to harvest around May 8–Jun 5.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 24 – Apr 21 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Harvest | May 8 – Jun 5 |
| Harvest | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
Tip: A cool-season crop. Sow early and again in late summer for fall; it bolts in summer heat.
Zone 6a averages a last spring frost around Apr 21 and a first fall frost around Oct 17. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 6a calendar in the tool →