When to plant lettuce in Omaha
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Omaha?
Direct-sow around late March (Mar 23–Apr 13) in Omaha, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Omaha?
Expect to harvest from around mid May (May 12–May 27) in Omaha, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Omaha?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 21–Apr 11) in Omaha, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Omaha?
Transplant outdoors around late March (Mar 28–Apr 18) in Omaha, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Omaha?
Yes — Omaha supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid July (Jul 15–Jul 29), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Omaha?
Omaha has roughly 176 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 Omaha's frost dates.