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🥬 Growing Lettuce, Jericho in Zone 2b

Zone 2b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Lettuce, Jericho early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 25. First frost: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 13Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 2x)

Zone2b

Last FrostMay 25

First FrostAug 28

Season Length95 days

Days to Harvest60

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceLight

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Lettuce, Jericho in Zone 2b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 13

Start Lettuce, Jericho seeds indoors around Apr 13 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 4–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 4

Transplant Lettuce, Jericho seedlings outdoors after May 4. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 8

First harvest approximately Jun 8 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

Fall Planting: Jul 3

For a fall harvest, plant Lettuce, Jericho around Jul 3 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Strawberries✅ Carrots✅ Beets✅ Cucumbers✅ Radishes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lettuce, Jericho in Zone 2b?

Start Lettuce, Jericho seeds indoors around Apr 13. Transplant outdoors after May 4. Expect first harvest around Jun 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 2b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 2b is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Lettuce, Jericho in Zone 2b?

Yes. Lettuce, Jericho needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 2b has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Jericho in Zone 2b?

The best time to start Lettuce, Jericho in Zone 2b is Apr. Begin seeds indoors around Apr 13, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 25.

What companion plants grow well with Lettuce, Jericho?

Good companion plants for Lettuce, Jericho include Strawberries, Carrots, Beets, Cucumbers, Radishes.

How long does Lettuce, Jericho take to harvest?

Lettuce, Jericho takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 2b, expect your first harvest around Jun 8.

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