When to plant lettuce in Indianapolis
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Indianapolis?
Direct-sow around late March (Mar 25–Apr 15) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Indianapolis?
Expect to harvest from around mid May (May 11–May 26) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Indianapolis?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 20–Apr 10) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Indianapolis?
Transplant outdoors around late March (Mar 27–Apr 17) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Indianapolis?
Yes — Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
Indianapolis has roughly 178 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 Indianapolis's frost dates.