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Can You Grow Tomatillo in Vermont?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Tomatillos grow vigorously in your zone — plant two and expect a massive harvest.
Plant zones
Vermont last frost
Vermont first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Tomatillos in Vermont
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Vermont's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Tomatillo
Tomatillos are the tangy green tomato-like fruit essential to Mexican salsa verde and Indian-inspired green chutneys. They grow in a papery husk and are extremely productive once established. Always plant at least two for pollination.
Must grow at least two plants for fruit set — single plants rarely produce. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Support with stakes or cages. Harvest when husks split and fruit fills the husk. Prolific producer — expect more than you need.
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 Tomatillo in Vermont?
Tomatillos grow vigorously in your zone — plant two and expect a massive harvest.
What zone is Vermont?
Vermont spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Tomatillos in Vermont?
Plant Tomatillos around mid-April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 29 – Jul 24.