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🥬 Growing Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons in Zone 4b

Zone 4b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons in this zone. Last frost: May 1. First frost: Oct 5.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Mar 20Oct 5

Season: May 1 – Oct 5 (157 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 6x)

Zone4b
Last FrostMay 1
First FrostOct 5
Season Length157 days
Days to Harvest60
SunPart Sun / Part Shade
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons in Zone 4b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 20

Start Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons seeds indoors around Mar 20 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 4–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 10

Transplant Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons seedlings outdoors after Apr 10. 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 15

First harvest approximately May 15 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 5).

Fall Planting: Aug 10

For a fall harvest, plant Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons around Aug 10 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Strawberries✅ Carrots✅ Beets✅ Cucumbers✅ Radishes

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons in Zone 4b?

Start Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons seeds indoors around Mar 20. Transplant outdoors after Apr 10. Expect first harvest around May 15.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4b is May 1. The first fall frost averages Oct 5, giving a 157-day growing season.

Can I grow Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons in Zone 4b?

Yes. Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 4b has a 157-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 6 successions.

What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons in Zone 4b?

The best time to start Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons in Zone 4b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 20, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 1.

What companion plants grow well with Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons?

Good companion plants for Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons include Strawberries, Carrots, Beets, Cucumbers, Radishes.

How long does Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons take to harvest?

Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 4b, expect your first harvest around May 15.

Plan Your Lettuce, Marvel of Four Seasons Garden

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