When to plant red currant in Vermont
Vermont spans USDA zones 5a–5b, so the right time to plant red currant 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 |
Red Currant in Vermont: FAQ
When can I plant red currant in Vermont?
Across Vermont, the time to transplant red currant spans roughly April 1 in Burlington to April 17 in Rutland, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the red currant planting date vary across Vermont?
Yes. Vermont publishes 4 cities with their own frost dates, so the right red currant planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
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