When to plant lettuce in Berlin
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Berlin?
Direct-sow around mid March (Mar 18–Apr 8) in Berlin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Berlin?
Expect to harvest from around early May (May 2–May 17) in Berlin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Berlin?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 11–Apr 1) in Berlin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Berlin?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 18–Apr 8) in Berlin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Berlin?
Yes — Berlin supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late July (Jul 29–Aug 12), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Berlin?
Berlin has roughly 210 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 Berlin's frost dates.