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Charlotte, VT planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Charlotte, VT (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 2, 2026 10 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 14, 202612 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 14, 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 Charlotte, VT’s first frost (~Oct 14, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Charlotte, VT

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ZIP codes in Charlotte

05445

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