Yes, You Can Still Grow Lettuce From Seed (Do This Now)

You didn’t start your lettuce early… now what?

If you’re already within 2 to 4 weeks from your last frost date, here’s what I’d do:

👉 Sow it

Lettuce matures in about 30 days and bolts quickly as temperatures rise. Starting from seed now still gives you time for a full harvest.

Quick tip: Give it some afternoon shade to slow bolting.

Follow along for real-life garden timing tips based on what actually works 🌱

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