When to plant lettuce in Vancouver
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Vancouver?
Direct-sow around early March (Mar 3–Mar 24) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Vancouver?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 24–May 9) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Vancouver?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 3–Mar 24) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Vancouver?
Transplant outdoors around early March (Mar 10–Mar 31) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Vancouver?
Yes — Vancouver supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around early August (Aug 7–Aug 21), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Vancouver?
Vancouver has roughly 221 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 Vancouver's frost dates.