When to plant collards in Vermont
Vermont spans USDA zones 5a–5b, so the right time to plant collards shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 1 in Burlington to April 17 in Rutland — below are local dates for 4 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | 5b | April 29 | October 15 | April 1 – April 15 |
| South Burlington | 5a | April 29 | October 15 | April 1 – April 15 |
| Rutland | 5a | May 15 | September 27 | April 17 – May 1 |
| Essex Junction | 5a | May 2 | October 11 | April 4 – April 18 |
Collards in Vermont: FAQ
When can I plant collards in Vermont?
Across Vermont, the time to transplant collards spans roughly April 1 in Burlington to April 17 in Rutland, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the collards planting date vary across Vermont?
Yes. Vermont publishes 4 cities with their own frost dates, so the right collards planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does collards take to grow in Vermont?
Collards takes about 55–75 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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