Lettuce, Parris Island Cos illustration 🥬

🥬 Growing Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Lettuce, Parris Island Cos can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Dec 17Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 18x)

Zone11a
Last FrostJan 28
First FrostDec 22
Season Length328 days
Days to Harvest70
SunPart Sun / Part Shade
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 17

Start Lettuce, Parris Island Cos seeds indoors around Dec 17 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 4–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 7

Transplant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos seedlings outdoors after Jan 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: Feb 11

First harvest approximately Feb 11 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Fall Planting: Oct 27

For a fall harvest, plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos around Oct 27 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Strawberries✅ Carrots✅ Beets✅ Cucumbers✅ Radishes

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 11a?

Start Lettuce, Parris Island Cos seeds indoors around Dec 17. Transplant outdoors after Jan 7. Expect first harvest around Feb 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 11a?

Yes. Lettuce, Parris Island Cos needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 18 successions.

What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 11a?

The best time to start Lettuce, Parris Island Cos in Zone 11a is Dec. Begin seeds indoors around Dec 17, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 28.

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 11a, expect your first harvest around Feb 11.

Plan Your Lettuce, Parris Island Cos Garden

Track Lettuce, Parris Island Cos from seed to harvest with personalized frost dates, watering recommendations, and companion planting visualization.

Start Free Lettuce, Parris Island Cos Growing Guide