When to plant lettuce in Bristol
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Bristol?
Direct-sow around mid March (Mar 15–Apr 5) in Bristol, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Bristol?
Expect to harvest from around early May (May 6–May 21) in Bristol, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Bristol?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 15–Apr 5) in Bristol, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Bristol?
Transplant outdoors around late March (Mar 22–Apr 12) in Bristol, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Bristol?
Yes — Bristol 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 Bristol?
Bristol has roughly 204 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 Bristol's frost dates.