When to plant lettuce in Durham
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Durham?
Direct-sow around early March (Mar 5–Mar 26) in Durham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Durham?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 26–May 11) in Durham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Durham?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 5–Mar 26) in Durham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Durham?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 12–Apr 2) in Durham, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Durham?
Yes — Durham supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early August (Aug 6–Aug 20), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Durham?
Durham has roughly 218 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 Durham's frost dates.