9a When to plant lettuce in zone 9a
Zone 9a median last spring freeze: Mar 5 · first fall freeze: Nov 26 · harvest in ~45-60 days.
| Step | Zone 9a dates | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | 6–10 weeks before transplanting |
| Transplant outside | Mar 26 | after last spring freeze |
| Direct sow (spring) | Feb 5 | before last spring freeze |
| Fall planting | Oct 8 | before first fall freeze |
How lettuce grow in zone 9a
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 9a's median freeze dates — for varieties and local conditions, check with your local extension office.
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