When to plant lettuce in Columbus
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Columbus?
Direct-sow around early February (Feb 6–Feb 27) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Columbus?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 30–Apr 14) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Columbus?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 6–Feb 27) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Columbus?
Transplant outdoors around mid February (Feb 13–Mar 6) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Columbus?
Yes — Columbus 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 Columbus?
Columbus has roughly 262 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 Columbus's frost dates.