Schedule
- Watering
- Keep consistently moist Source: NC State Extension
- Feeding
- Every 3 weeks during the growing season · typical
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade Source: NC State Extension
- Frost
- Tolerates light frost in most climates · typical
Lines marked typical are general guidance without a cited source yet. Your pot, light, season and climate matter more than the calendar.
Care tips
- A cool-season crop — bolts in heat.
- Shallow roots need frequent, light watering.
- Sow every few weeks for a steady harvest.
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From university extension guides
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Light
Full sun to partial shade
Lettuce grows best in full sun to partial shade, requiring protection from high temperatures.
Source: NC State ExtensionChecked Oct 2026
Watering
Keep consistently moist
Due to a shallow root system, lettuce requires consistently moist soil to maintain proper growth and flavor.
Source: NC State ExtensionChecked Oct 2026