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Can You Grow Mango in Vermont?

US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b

Won't grow here

Mangoes cannot survive any frost — outdoor growing is not possible in your zone.

Plant zones

10a–11b

Vermont last frost

mid-April

Vermont first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Mango

Mangoes are tropical trees that thrive only in frost-free subtropical and tropical climates.

Outdoors only in Zone 10a-11. In all other zones grow a dwarf variety in a large container indoors with a south-facing window or grow light. They rarely fruit indoors but grow as striking houseplants.

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Mango in Vermont?

Mangoes cannot survive any frost — outdoor growing is not possible in your zone.

What zone is Vermont?

Vermont spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).

When do you plant Mangos in Vermont?

See the planting guide for Mango — timing depends on your exact frost date.