When to plant lettuce in Madison
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Madison?
Direct-sow around early April (Apr 7–Apr 28) in Madison, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Madison?
Expect to harvest from around late May (May 29–Jun 13) in Madison, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Madison?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 7–Apr 28) in Madison, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Madison?
Transplant outdoors around mid April (Apr 14–May 5) in Madison, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Madison?
Yes — Madison supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early July (Jul 3–Jul 17), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Madison?
Madison has roughly 151 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 Madison's frost dates.