When to plant lettuce in Columbus
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Columbus?
Direct-sow around mid March (Mar 19–Apr 9) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Columbus?
Expect to harvest from around early May (May 10–May 25) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Columbus?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 19–Apr 9) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Columbus?
Transplant outdoors around late March (Mar 26–Apr 16) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Columbus?
Yes — Columbus supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late July (Jul 27–Aug 10), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Columbus?
Columbus has roughly 188 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.