When to plant lettuce in Fresno
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Fresno?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Fresno, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Fresno?
Expect to harvest from around early February (Feb 8–Feb 23) in Fresno, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Fresno?
Start seeds indoors around early January (Jan 3–Jan 24) in Fresno, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Fresno?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Fresno, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Fresno?
Yes — Fresno supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early September (Sep 3–Sep 17), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Fresno?
Fresno has roughly 313 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 Fresno's frost dates.