When to plant lettuce in Toledo
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Toledo?
Direct-sow around late March (Mar 28–Apr 18) in Toledo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Toledo?
Expect to harvest from around mid May (May 17–Jun 1) in Toledo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Toledo?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 26–Apr 16) in Toledo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Toledo?
Transplant outdoors around early April (Apr 2–Apr 23) in Toledo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Toledo?
Yes — Toledo supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid July (Jul 18–Aug 1), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Toledo?
Toledo has roughly 178 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 Toledo's frost dates.