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🥬 Growing Lettuce, Winter Density in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Lettuce, Winter Density. Last frost: Apr 15. First frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 9x)

Zone6b
Last FrostApr 15
First FrostOct 22
Season Length190 days
Days to Harvest60
SunPart Sun / Part Shade
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Lettuce, Winter Density in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

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

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 25

Transplant Lettuce, Winter Density seedlings outdoors after Mar 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 29

First harvest approximately Apr 29 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Fall Planting: Aug 27

For a fall harvest, plant Lettuce, Winter Density around Aug 27 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Strawberries✅ Carrots✅ Beets✅ Cucumbers✅ Radishes

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lettuce, Winter Density in Zone 6b?

Start Lettuce, Winter Density seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Mar 25. Expect first harvest around Apr 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Lettuce, Winter Density in Zone 6b?

Yes. Lettuce, Winter Density needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 9 successions.

What is the best month to plant Lettuce, Winter Density in Zone 6b?

The best time to start Lettuce, Winter Density in Zone 6b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 4, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 15.

What companion plants grow well with Lettuce, Winter Density?

Good companion plants for Lettuce, Winter Density include Strawberries, Carrots, Beets, Cucumbers, Radishes.

How long does Lettuce, Winter Density take to harvest?

Lettuce, Winter Density takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 6b, expect your first harvest around Apr 29.

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