When to plant lettuce in Baton Rouge
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Baton Rouge?
Direct-sow around mid January (Jan 20–Feb 10) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Baton Rouge?
Expect to harvest from around mid March (Mar 13–Mar 28) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Baton Rouge?
Start seeds indoors around mid January (Jan 20–Feb 10) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Baton Rouge?
Transplant outdoors around late January (Jan 27–Feb 17) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Baton Rouge?
Yes — Baton Rouge supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid August (Aug 19–Sep 2), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Baton Rouge?
Baton Rouge has roughly 278 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 Baton Rouge's frost dates.