When to plant lettuce in Richmond
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Richmond?
Direct-sow around early March (Mar 4–Mar 25) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Richmond?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 25–May 10) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Richmond?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 4–Mar 25) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Richmond?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 11–Apr 1) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Richmond?
Yes — Richmond supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early August (Aug 6–Aug 20), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Richmond?
Richmond has roughly 217 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 Richmond's frost dates.