When to Plant Lettuce in North Dakota
In a typical North Dakota location, sow outdoors Apr 12 – Apr 26. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 6 in Wahpeton and as late as Apr 23 in Beulah. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 5 – Aug 19.
Cold-hardy; direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost. Also transplantable from indoor starts.
Lettuce Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow | Fall planting |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Bismarck | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Grand Forks | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Minot | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| West Fargo | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Williston | Apr 23 – May 7 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Dickinson | Apr 22 – May 6 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Mandan | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Jamestown | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Wahpeton | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Devils Lake | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Watford City | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Valley City | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Minot Air Force Base | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Grafton | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Lincoln | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Beulah | Apr 23 – May 7 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Rugby | Apr 19 – May 3 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Stanley | Apr 19 – May 3 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Horace | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 North Dakota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all North Dakota cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant lettuce in North Dakota?
In a typical North Dakota location, sow outdoors Apr 12 – Apr 26. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 6 in Wahpeton and as late as Apr 23 in Beulah. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 5 – Aug 19.
When is the last frost in North Dakota?
The average last spring frost in North Dakota ranges from May 4 in Wahpeton to May 21 in Beulah, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do lettuce take to grow?
Lettuce typically take 45–60 days from planting to harvest. Cold-hardy; direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost. Also transplantable from indoor starts.
Other Crops in North Dakota
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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