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Can You Grow Red Currant in Vermont?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
Plant zones
Vermont last frost
Vermont first frost
Days to harvest
About Red Currant
Red currants produce clusters of jewel-like berries in early summer — tart, high in pectin, and exceptional for jams, jellies, and juice. One of the most cold-hardy small fruits available.
Plant in a sheltered spot with good air circulation. Fruits on two and three-year-old wood — prune out older stems annually. Harvest full clusters in midsummer. Birds love them, so net the bush as they ripen.
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 Red Currant in Vermont?
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
What zone is Vermont?
Vermont spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Red Currants in Vermont?
See the planting guide for Red Currant — timing depends on your exact frost date.