When to plant lettuce in Bakersfield
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Bakersfield?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Bakersfield, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Bakersfield?
Expect to harvest from around early February (Feb 8–Feb 23) in Bakersfield, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 77%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Bakersfield?
Start seeds indoors around early January (Jan 6–Jan 27) in Bakersfield, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Bakersfield?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Bakersfield, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Bakersfield?
Yes — Bakersfield supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early September (Sep 5–Sep 19), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield has roughly 315 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 Bakersfield's frost dates.