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🥬 Growing Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a
Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson. Last frost: Apr 28. First frost: Oct 8.
Planting Calendar
Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 8x)
When to Plant Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a
Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17
Start Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 4–10 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Apr 7
Transplant Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson seedlings outdoors after Apr 7. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.
Harvest: May 12
First harvest approximately May 12 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).
Fall Planting: Aug 13
For a fall harvest, plant Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson around Aug 13 (8 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
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When should I plant Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a?
Start Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 7. Expect first harvest around May 12.
What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.
Can I grow Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a?
Yes. Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.
What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a?
The best time to start Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 17, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 28.
What companion plants grow well with Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson?
Good companion plants for Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson include Strawberries, Carrots, Beets, Cucumbers, Radishes.
How long does Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson take to harvest?
Lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson takes approximately 45 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 6a, expect your first harvest around May 12.
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