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Can You Grow Broccoli in Vermont?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
Vermont last frost
Vermont first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in Vermont
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Vermont's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Broccoli
Broccoli is a cool-season crop that produces best in spring and fall when temperatures are moderate.
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost for spring planting or direct sow in midsummer for fall. Harvest the main head before it flowers — side shoots continue producing after.
Gardening in Vermont
Vermont has a cool humid continental climate. Southern Vermont is Zone 5a-5b; northern Vermont is Zone 4a-4b. Short growing seasons are productive for cool crops, potatoes, and maple trees.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in Vermont?
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is Vermont?
Vermont spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Broccolis in Vermont?
Plant Broccolis around mid-April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 14 – Jul 4.