Question 1

When should I plant lettuce in ZIP 76010?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 76010, the main lettuce target is around Feb 26, based on the representative Dallas frost station and USDA zone 8b.

Question 2

When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in 76010?

Accepted Answer

Start lettuce seeds indoors in ZIP 76010 around Feb 12, about 28 days before the Mar 12 last-frost estimate.

Question 3

When is the last frost in Arlington?

Accepted Answer

Arlington (ZIP 76010) has an average last spring frost around Mar 12, based on the representative Dallas frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in Arlington?

Accepted Answer

Arlington (ZIP 76010) has an average first fall frost around Nov 22, leaving about 255 frost-free days.

Question 5

Is this a guaranteed planting date?

Accepted Answer

No. GrowZone uses frost-date estimates, hardiness zones, and crop timing rules for planning. Local microclimates and current weather can shift the right date.

Step	Date	How to use it
Start Indoors	February 12, 2026	Start seeds under lights or in a bright indoor seed-starting space.
Transplant Outdoors	February 26, 2026	Move hardened-off seedlings outside after the frost-risk window.
Direct Sow	February 26, 2026	Sow seed outside when the crop and soil can handle the window.

Start lettuce seeds indoors around Feb 12

Lettuce dates for Arlington, TX