When to plant lettuce in Greensboro
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Greensboro?
Direct-sow around early March (Mar 7–Mar 28) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Greensboro?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 28–May 13) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Greensboro?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 7–Mar 28) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Greensboro?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 14–Apr 4) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Greensboro?
Yes — Greensboro 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 Greensboro?
Greensboro has roughly 220 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 Greensboro's frost dates.