When to plant lettuce in Vermont
Vermont spans USDA zones 5a–5b, so the right time to plant lettuce shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 8 in Burlington to April 24 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 8 – April 29 |
| South Burlington | 5a | April 29 | October 15 | April 8 – April 29 |
| Rutland | 5a | May 15 | September 27 | April 24 – May 15 |
| Essex Junction | 5a | May 2 | October 11 | April 11 – May 2 |
Lettuce in Vermont: FAQ
When can I plant lettuce in Vermont?
Across Vermont, the time to transplant lettuce spans roughly April 8 in Burlington to April 24 in Rutland, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the lettuce planting date vary across Vermont?
Yes. Vermont publishes 4 cities with their own frost dates, so the right lettuce 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 lettuce take to grow in Vermont?
Lettuce takes about 45–60 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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