When to plant lettuce in Sioux Falls
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Sioux Falls?
Direct-sow around early April (Apr 6–Apr 27) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Sioux Falls?
Expect to harvest from around late May (May 25–Jun 9) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Sioux Falls?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 3–Apr 24) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Sioux Falls?
Transplant outdoors around early April (Apr 10–May 1) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Sioux Falls?
Yes — Sioux Falls supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around late June (Jun 29–Jul 13), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Sioux Falls?
Sioux Falls has roughly 153 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 Sioux Falls's frost dates.