When to plant lettuce in Marseille
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Marseille?
Direct-sow around late January (Jan 25–Feb 15) in Marseille, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Marseille?
Expect to harvest from around mid March (Mar 18–Apr 2) in Marseille, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Marseille?
Start seeds indoors around late January (Jan 25–Feb 15) in Marseille, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Marseille?
Transplant outdoors around early February (Feb 1–Feb 22) in Marseille, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Marseille?
Yes — Marseille supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late August (Aug 29–Sep 12), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Marseille?
Marseille has roughly 284 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 Marseille's frost dates.