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Northfield, VT planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Northfield, VT (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 18, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 28, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 1, 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 Northfield, VT’s first frost (~Sep 28, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Northfield

05663

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