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🥬 Growing Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 5a
Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Lettuce, Little Gem in this zone. 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, Little Gem in Zone 5a
Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17
Start Lettuce, Little Gem 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, Little Gem 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, Little Gem around Aug 13 (8 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
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When should I plant Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 5a?
Start Lettuce, Little Gem seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 7. Expect first harvest around May 12.
What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.
Can I grow Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 5a?
Yes. Lettuce, Little Gem needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.
What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 5a?
The best time to start Lettuce, Little Gem in Zone 5a 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, 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 5a, expect your first harvest around May 12.
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