6a When to plant lettuce in zone 6a
Zone 6a median last spring freeze: May 1 · first fall freeze: Oct 10 · harvest in ~45-60 days.
| Step | Zone 6a dates | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | 6–10 weeks before transplanting |
| Transplant outside | May 22 | after last spring freeze |
| Direct sow (spring) | Apr 3 | before last spring freeze |
| Fall planting | Aug 22 | before first fall freeze |
How lettuce grow in zone 6a
Direct sow or transplant both work. Half-hardy — tolerates light frost. Harvest runs roughly 45-60 days after planting. These windows come from extension planting tables anchored to zone 6a's median freeze dates — for varieties and local conditions, check with your local extension office.
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