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Bristol, VT planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Bristol, VT (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 21, 2026 12 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 25, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 5, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Still time to plant

As of today, these crops can still reach harvest before Bristol, VT’s first frost (~Sep 25, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Bristol

05443

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Bristol, VT (covering 1 ZIP); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.