When to plant lettuce in Modesto
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Modesto?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 30–Jan 20) in Modesto, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Modesto?
Expect to harvest from around early February (Feb 9–Feb 24) in Modesto, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Modesto?
Start seeds indoors around late December (Dec 30–Jan 20) in Modesto, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Modesto?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 26–Jan 16) in Modesto, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Modesto?
Yes — Modesto supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early September (Sep 1–Sep 15), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Modesto?
Modesto has roughly 310 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 Modesto's frost dates.