When to plant lettuce in Birmingham
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Birmingham?
Direct-sow around late February (Feb 27–Mar 20) in Birmingham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Birmingham?
Expect to harvest from around mid April (Apr 20–May 5) in Birmingham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Birmingham?
Start seeds indoors around late February (Feb 27–Mar 20) in Birmingham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Birmingham?
Transplant outdoors around early March (Mar 6–Mar 27) in Birmingham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Birmingham?
Yes — Birmingham supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid August (Aug 12–Aug 26), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Birmingham?
Birmingham has roughly 229 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 Birmingham's frost dates.