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Grand Rapids · Lettuce

Zone 3a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Grand Rapids to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 17th
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 15th
Harvest BeginsJun 29th
Harvest EndsSep 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity45
Sun RequirementsPart Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For Grand Rapids (fast early lettuce), transplant into consistently cool conditions and avoid heat—once nights warm, it can bolt quickly even if tipburn resistant.