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Montpelier, VT Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Montpelier usually comes around May 8 and the first fall frost around Oct 13, a growing season of about 158 days. Start tomatoes indoors Mar 27 – Apr 10 and plant them outside May 22 – Jun 5.

Last spring frostMay 8
First fall frostOct 13
Growing season158 days

When to plant vegetables in Montpelier

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesMar 27 – Apr 10May 22 – Jun 5—
PeppersMar 20 – Apr 3May 29 – Jun 12—
EggplantMar 20 – Apr 3May 29 – Jun 12—
Cucumbers—May 22 – Jun 5—
Zucchini & summer squash—May 22 – Jun 5—
Pumpkins & winter squash—May 29 – Jun 12—
Green beans—May 22 – Jun 5Jul 21 – Aug 4
Sweet corn—May 22 – Jun 5—
BasilApr 10 – Apr 24May 22 – Jun 5—
LettuceMar 13 – Mar 27Apr 10 – May 22Aug 18 – Sep 1
Spinach—Mar 27 – Apr 17Aug 18 – Sep 1
Peas—Mar 27 – Apr 17Aug 4 – Aug 18
Carrots—Apr 10 – May 15Jul 21 – Aug 4
Radishes—Apr 3 – May 22Sep 1 – Sep 15
BroccoliFeb 27 – Mar 13Apr 10 – Apr 24Jul 21 – Aug 4
KaleMar 13 – Mar 27Apr 3 – Apr 17Aug 4 – Aug 18
Onions—Apr 10 – Apr 24—
Potatoes—Apr 17 – May 15—
Garlic——Sep 29 – Nov 3

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Montpelier. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Montpelier

  1. JanuaryPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: Broccoli
  3. MarchStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Spinach, Peas
  4. AprilStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  5. MayPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  6. JunePlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil
  7. JulyPlant outside: Green beans, Carrots, Broccoli
  8. AugustPlant outside: Green beans, Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Radishes, Garlic
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Garlic
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Garlic
  12. DecemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Montpelier?

The median last spring frost is May 8 and the median first fall frost is Oct 13, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Montpelier?

Start seeds indoors Mar 27 – Apr 10 and set plants outside May 22 – Jun 5, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Montpelier?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Oct 13): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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