When to plant Lettuce in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Lettuce: direct sow outdoors around Feb 22–Mar 22; direct sow outdoors around Sep 23–Oct 7. Expect to harvest around Apr 8–May 6.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 22 – Mar 22 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Sep 23 – Oct 7 |
| Harvest | Apr 8 – May 6 |
| Harvest | Nov 7 – Nov 21 |
Tip: A cool-season crop. Sow early and again in late summer for fall; it bolts in summer heat.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →