When to plant lettuce in Charleston
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Charleston?
Direct-sow around mid January (Jan 20–Feb 10) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Charleston?
Expect to harvest from around early March (Mar 6–Mar 21) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Charleston?
Start seeds indoors around mid January (Jan 11–Feb 1) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Charleston?
Transplant outdoors around mid January (Jan 20–Feb 10) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Charleston?
Yes — Charleston supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early September (Sep 7–Sep 21), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Charleston?
Charleston has roughly 310 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 Charleston's frost dates.