When to plant lettuce in Lyon
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Lyon?
Direct-sow around late February (Feb 26–Mar 19) in Lyon, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Lyon?
Expect to harvest from around mid April (Apr 19–May 4) in Lyon, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Lyon?
Start seeds indoors around late February (Feb 26–Mar 19) in Lyon, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Lyon?
Transplant outdoors around early March (Mar 5–Mar 26) in Lyon, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Lyon?
Yes — Lyon supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early August (Aug 3–Aug 17), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Lyon?
Lyon has roughly 232 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 Lyon's frost dates.