When to plant Carrot in Zone 6a
In Zone 6a, Carrot: direct sow outdoors around Mar 31–May 5; direct sow outdoors around Aug 8–Aug 22. Expect to harvest around Jun 9–Jul 14.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 31 – May 5 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Harvest | Jun 9 – Jul 14 |
| Harvest | Oct 17 – Oct 31 |
Tip: Direct-sow only (roots dislike transplanting). Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination.
Zone 6a averages a last spring frost around Apr 21 and a first fall frost around Oct 17. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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