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🥬 Growing Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 2a
Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Lettuce, Little Gem early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 15. First frost: Sep 15.
Planting Calendar
Season: May 15 – Sep 15 (123 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)
When to Plant Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 2a
Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 3
Start Lettuce, Little Gem seeds indoors around Apr 3 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 4–10 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24
Transplant Lettuce, Little Gem seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. 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 29
First harvest approximately May 29 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15).
Fall Planting: Jul 21
For a fall harvest, plant Lettuce, Little Gem around Jul 21 (8 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
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When should I plant Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 2a?
Start Lettuce, Little Gem seeds indoors around Apr 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around May 29.
What is the last frost date for Zone 2a?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 2a is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 15, giving a 123-day growing season.
Can I grow Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 2a?
Yes. Lettuce, Little Gem needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 2a has a 123-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.
What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 2a?
The best time to start Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 2a is Apr. Begin seeds indoors around Apr 3, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 15.
What companion plants grow well with Lettuce, Little Gem?
Good companion plants for Lettuce, Little Gem include Strawberries, Carrots, Beets, Cucumbers, Radishes.
How long does Lettuce, Little Gem take to harvest?
Lettuce, Little Gem takes approximately 50 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 2a, expect your first harvest around May 29.
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