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Great Lakes · Lettuce

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Great Lakes to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 13th
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 4th
Harvest BeginsJul 13th
Harvest EndsOct 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 32°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)32
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For crisp heads, prioritize cool weather and keep soil evenly moist—heat spikes quickly turn lettuce bitter and loose-headed.