When to Plant Potatoes in Vermont
In Vermont, the time to plant potatoes outside runs from Apr 8 – Apr 22 in Burlington to Apr 25 – May 9 in Barre. In Burlington, it's Apr 8 – Apr 22. The average last spring frost differs by about 2 weeks across the state (Apr 29 in Burlington, May 16 in Barre), so use the dates for the town nearest you.
Plant seed potatoes a few weeks before the last frost; cover any shoots if a late frost threatens.
- Plant outside: 1–3 weeks before the last frost.
Potatoes planting dates in Vermont by city
| City | Zone | Plant outside |
|---|---|---|
| Barre | 5a | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Burlington | 5b | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Essex Junction | 5a | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Montpelier | 5a | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Rutland | 5a | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| South Burlington | 5a | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| St. Albans | 5a | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Winooski | 5a | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
Calculated from each town's average (50%) frost dates, from the nearest NOAA station (1991–2020). Typical dates for the 2027 planting season, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 averages. They are long-term odds, not a forecast: always check your local forecast before planting. Zones: 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (USDA-ARS and Oregon State University). Not the official map; see planthardiness.ars.usda.gov.
See all frost dates in Vermont, or the general guide to when to plant potatoes.
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