When to plant lettuce in New Orleans
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in New Orleans?
Direct-sow around mid January (Jan 20–Feb 10) in New Orleans, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in New Orleans?
Expect to harvest from around early March (Mar 6–Mar 21) in New Orleans, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 73%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in New Orleans?
Start seeds indoors around mid January (Jan 11–Feb 1) in New Orleans, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 77%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in New Orleans?
Transplant outdoors around mid January (Jan 20–Feb 10) in New Orleans, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in New Orleans?
Yes — New Orleans supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late August (Aug 26–Sep 9), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in New Orleans?
New Orleans has roughly 304 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 New Orleans's frost dates.