When to Plant Corn in Vermont
In a typical Vermont location, sow outdoors May 9 – May 23. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 29 in Burlington and as late as May 20 in Morristown.
Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil reaches 60F; does not transplant well. Succession sow every 2 weeks.
Corn Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Burlington | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| South Burlington | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Colchester | May 2 – May 16 |
| Rutland | May 15 – May 29 |
| Essex Junction | May 2 – May 16 |
| Hartford | May 9 – May 23 |
| Bennington | May 11 – May 25 |
| Barre | May 16 – May 30 |
| Williston | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Montpelier | May 5 – May 19 |
| St Johnsbury | May 13 – May 27 |
| Brattleboro | May 14 – May 28 |
| Winooski | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Saint Albans | May 1 – May 15 |
| Middlebury (village) | May 5 – May 19 |
| Saint Johnsbury | May 13 – May 27 |
| Morristown | May 20 – Jun 3 |
| Lyndon | May 13 – May 27 |
| Rockingham | May 9 – May 23 |
| Newport | May 14 – May 28 |
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 corn in Vermont?
In a typical Vermont location, sow outdoors May 9 – May 23. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 29 in Burlington and as late as May 20 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 corn take to grow?
Corn typically take 60–100 days from planting to harvest. Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil reaches 60F; does not transplant well. Succession sow every 2 weeks.
Other Crops in Vermont
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- 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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