When to plant Leeks in Vermont
In spring, from Apr 1 – May 1 in Burlington to Apr 15 – May 15 in Rutland.
In fall: USDA's 1967 table lists leeks as generally spring-planted in every place here. Newer advice from your state's extension service may differ.
USDA's earliest safe spring and latest safe fall planting dates, matched to each place's average frost dates.
| Place | Spring |
|---|---|
| Burlington | Apr 1 – May 1 |
| Essex Junction | Apr 1 – May 1 |
| Rutland | Apr 15 – May 15 |
| South Burlington | Apr 1 – May 1 |
Planting dates: USDA Home and Garden Bulletin No. 9 (1967), tables 4 and 5. Frost dates: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020. “—” means the place's frost date is outside the table. The full USDA table for leeks.