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Can You Grow Lettuce in Northwest Territories?

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Lettuce grows in almost any zone as a cool-season crop — plant in spring or fall.

Plant zones

2b–9b

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

30–60 days

When to plant Lettuce in Northwest Territories

Direct sow

Jun 15

Harvest

Jul 15 – Aug 14

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Lettuce

Lettuce is one of the fastest and easiest crops to grow — perfect for beginners and container gardens.

Sow directly in early spring — lettuce tolerates light frost. Harvest outer leaves for cut-and-come-again. Bolts in summer heat; replant in late summer for a fall crop.

Full lettuce growing guide →

Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

See what grows well in Northwest Territories →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Lettuce in Northwest Territories?

Lettuce grows in almost any zone as a cool-season crop — plant in spring or fall.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Lettuce in Northwest Territories?

Plant Lettuce Jun 15, harvest Jul 15 – Aug 14.