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🥬 Growing Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 10a
Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Lettuce, Parris Island Cos can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Feb 20. First frost: Dec 1.
Planting Calendar
Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 15x)
When to Plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 10a
Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 9
Start Lettuce, Parris Island Cos seeds indoors around Jan 9 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 4–10 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Jan 30
Transplant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos seedlings outdoors after Jan 30. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.
Harvest: Mar 6
First harvest approximately Mar 6 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).
Fall Planting: Oct 6
For a fall harvest, plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos around Oct 6 (8 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
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When should I plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 10a?
Start Lettuce, Parris Island Cos seeds indoors around Jan 9. Transplant outdoors after Jan 30. Expect first harvest around Mar 6.
What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.
Can I grow Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 10a?
Yes. Lettuce, Parris Island Cos needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.
What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 10a?
The best time to start Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 10a is Jan. Begin seeds indoors around Jan 9, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Feb 20.
What companion plants grow well with Lettuce, Parris Island Cos?
Good companion plants for Lettuce, Parris Island Cos include Strawberries, Carrots, Beets, Cucumbers, Radishes.
How long does Lettuce, Parris Island Cos take to harvest?
Lettuce, Parris Island Cos takes approximately 70 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 10a, expect your first harvest around Mar 6.
Plan Your Lettuce, Parris Island Cos Garden
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