When to Plant Sunflowers in Vermont
In a typical Vermont location, sow outdoors May 16 – May 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as May 6 in Burlington and as late as May 27 in Morristown.
Direct sow 1-3 weeks after last frost once soil has warmed; taprooted, resents transplanting.
Sunflowers Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Burlington | May 6 – May 20 |
| South Burlington | May 6 – May 20 |
| Colchester | May 9 – May 23 |
| Rutland | May 22 – Jun 5 |
| Essex Junction | May 9 – May 23 |
| Hartford | May 16 – May 30 |
| Bennington | May 18 – Jun 1 |
| Barre | May 23 – Jun 6 |
| Williston | May 6 – May 20 |
| Montpelier | May 12 – May 26 |
| St Johnsbury | May 20 – Jun 3 |
| Brattleboro | May 21 – Jun 4 |
| Winooski | May 6 – May 20 |
| Saint Albans | May 8 – May 22 |
| Middlebury (village) | May 12 – May 26 |
| Saint Johnsbury | May 20 – Jun 3 |
| Morristown | May 27 – Jun 10 |
| Lyndon | May 20 – Jun 3 |
| Rockingham | May 16 – May 30 |
| Newport | May 21 – 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 sunflowers in Vermont?
In a typical Vermont location, sow outdoors May 16 – May 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as May 6 in Burlington and as late as May 27 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 sunflowers take to grow?
Sunflowers typically take 70–100 days from planting to harvest. Direct sow 1-3 weeks after last frost once soil has warmed; taprooted, resents transplanting.
Other Crops in Vermont
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- 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
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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