When to plant lettuce in Houston
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Houston?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 29–Jan 19) in Houston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Houston?
Expect to harvest from around early February (Feb 8–Feb 23) in Houston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Houston?
Start seeds indoors around late December (Dec 29–Jan 19) in Houston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Houston?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Houston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Houston?
Yes — Houston supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early September (Sep 5–Sep 19), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Houston?
Houston has roughly 317 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 Houston's frost dates.