When to plant lettuce in Fayetteville
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Fayetteville?
Direct-sow around late February (Feb 25–Mar 18) in Fayetteville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Fayetteville?
Expect to harvest from around mid April (Apr 18–May 3) in Fayetteville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Fayetteville?
Start seeds indoors around late February (Feb 25–Mar 18) in Fayetteville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Fayetteville?
Transplant outdoors around early March (Mar 4–Mar 25) in Fayetteville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Fayetteville?
Yes — Fayetteville supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early August (Aug 8–Aug 22), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Fayetteville?
Fayetteville has roughly 228 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 Fayetteville's frost dates.