When to plant lettuce in Cincinnati
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Cincinnati?
Direct-sow around mid March (Mar 16–Apr 6) in Cincinnati, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Cincinnati?
Expect to harvest from around early May (May 7–May 22) in Cincinnati, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Cincinnati?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 16–Apr 6) in Cincinnati, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Cincinnati?
Transplant outdoors around late March (Mar 23–Apr 13) in Cincinnati, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Cincinnati?
Yes — Cincinnati supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late July (Jul 24–Aug 7), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati has roughly 194 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 Cincinnati's frost dates.