When to plant lettuce in Orlando
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Orlando?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 22–Jan 12) in Orlando, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Orlando?
Expect to harvest from around mid February (Feb 12–Feb 27) in Orlando, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 72%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Orlando?
Start seeds indoors around late December (Dec 22–Jan 12) in Orlando, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Orlando?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 29–Jan 19) in Orlando, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Orlando?
Yes — Orlando supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late September (Sep 23–Oct 7), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Orlando?
Orlando has roughly 336 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 Orlando's frost dates.