When to plant lettuce in Jackson
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Jackson?
Direct-sow around early February (Feb 3–Feb 24) in Jackson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Jackson?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 27–Apr 11) in Jackson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 74%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Jackson?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 3–Feb 24) in Jackson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Jackson?
Transplant outdoors around early February (Feb 10–Mar 3) in Jackson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Jackson?
Yes — Jackson supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late August (Aug 22–Sep 5), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Jackson?
Jackson has roughly 267 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 Jackson's frost dates.