When to plant lettuce in Paris
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Paris?
Direct-sow around early March (Mar 6–Mar 27) in Paris, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Paris?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 27–May 12) in Paris, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Paris?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 6–Mar 27) in Paris, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Paris?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 13–Apr 3) in Paris, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Paris?
Yes — Paris supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early August (Aug 1–Aug 15), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Paris?
Paris has roughly 221 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 Paris's frost dates.