When to plant Carrot in Zone 7a
In Zone 7a, Carrot: direct sow outdoors around Mar 17–Apr 21; direct sow outdoors around Aug 24–Sep 7. Expect to harvest around May 26–Jun 30.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 17 – Apr 21 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Harvest | May 26 – Jun 30 |
| Harvest | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
Tip: Direct-sow only (roots dislike transplanting). Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination.
Zone 7a averages a last spring frost around Apr 7 and a first fall frost around Nov 2. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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