When to plant lettuce in Austin
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Austin?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Austin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Austin?
Expect to harvest from around early February (Feb 8–Feb 23) in Austin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Austin?
Start seeds indoors around mid January (Jan 18–Feb 8) in Austin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Austin?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Austin, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Austin?
Yes — Austin supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late August (Aug 22–Sep 5), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Austin?
Austin has roughly 286 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 Austin's frost dates.