When to plant lettuce in Huntsville
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Huntsville?
Direct-sow around late February (Feb 27–Mar 20) in Huntsville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Huntsville?
Expect to harvest from around mid April (Apr 20–May 5) in Huntsville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Huntsville?
Start seeds indoors around late February (Feb 27–Mar 20) in Huntsville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Huntsville?
Transplant outdoors around early March (Mar 6–Mar 27) in Huntsville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Huntsville?
Yes — Huntsville 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 Huntsville?
Huntsville has roughly 228 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 Huntsville's frost dates.