When to Plant Cantaloupe in Vermont
In a typical Vermont location, start seeds indoors Apr 11 – Apr 18, then transplant outdoors May 23 – May 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as May 13 in Burlington and as late as Jun 3 in Morristown.
Same warm-soil requirements as watermelon; avoid disturbing roots when transplanting.
Cantaloupe Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 |
| South Burlington | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Colchester | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | May 16 – May 23 |
| Rutland | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | May 29 – Jun 5 |
| Essex Junction | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | May 16 – May 23 |
| Hartford | Apr 11 – Apr 18 | May 23 – May 30 |
| Bennington | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | May 25 – Jun 1 |
| Barre | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | May 30 – Jun 6 |
| Williston | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Montpelier | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – May 26 |
| St Johnsbury | Apr 15 – Apr 22 | May 27 – Jun 3 |
| Brattleboro | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | May 28 – Jun 4 |
| Winooski | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Saint Albans | Apr 3 – Apr 10 | May 15 – May 22 |
| Middlebury (village) | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – May 26 |
| Saint Johnsbury | Apr 15 – Apr 22 | May 27 – Jun 3 |
| Morristown | Apr 22 – Apr 29 | Jun 3 – Jun 10 |
| Lyndon | Apr 15 – Apr 22 | May 27 – Jun 3 |
| Rockingham | Apr 11 – Apr 18 | May 23 – May 30 |
| Newport | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | May 28 – Jun 4 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Vermont cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Vermont cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant cantaloupe in Vermont?
In a typical Vermont location, start seeds indoors Apr 11 – Apr 18, then transplant outdoors May 23 – May 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as May 13 in Burlington and as late as Jun 3 in Morristown.
When is the last frost in Vermont?
The average last spring frost in Vermont ranges from April 29 in Burlington to May 20 in Morristown, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do cantaloupe take to grow?
Cantaloupe typically take 70–90 days from planting to harvest. Same warm-soil requirements as watermelon; avoid disturbing roots when transplanting.
Other Crops in Vermont
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- 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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