When to plant lettuce in Vancouver
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Vancouver?
Direct-sow around late January (Jan 30–Feb 20) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Vancouver?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 23–Apr 7) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Vancouver?
Start seeds indoors around late January (Jan 30–Feb 20) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Vancouver?
Transplant outdoors around early February (Feb 6–Feb 27) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Vancouver?
Yes — Vancouver supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid August (Aug 12–Aug 26), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Vancouver?
Vancouver has roughly 274 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow lettuce to maturity outdoors.
Sow lettuce as soon as the soil is workable — it tolerates cool weather and light frost. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Vancouver's frost dates.