When to plant lettuce in Grand Rapids
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Grand Rapids?
Direct-sow around early April (Apr 5–Apr 26) in Grand Rapids, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Grand Rapids?
Expect to harvest from around late May (May 24–Jun 8) in Grand Rapids, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Grand Rapids?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 2–Apr 23) in Grand Rapids, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Grand Rapids?
Transplant outdoors around early April (Apr 9–Apr 30) in Grand Rapids, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Grand Rapids?
Yes — Grand Rapids supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid July (Jul 12–Jul 26), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Grand Rapids?
Grand Rapids has roughly 166 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 Grand Rapids's frost dates.