When to plant lettuce in Fort Worth
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Fort Worth?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Fort Worth?
Expect to harvest from around early February (Feb 8–Feb 23) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Fort Worth?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 9–Mar 2) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Fort Worth?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Fort Worth?
Yes — Fort Worth supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid August (Aug 13–Aug 27), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Fort Worth?
Fort Worth has roughly 253 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 Fort Worth's frost dates.