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Can You Grow Carrot in Georgia?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Carrots grow well here — direct sow after soil warms in spring for a summer or fall harvest.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Georgia last frost

mid-February

Georgia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

70–80 days

When to plant Carrots in Georgia

Direct sow

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 26 – May 6

Dates are approximate, based on Georgia's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Carrot

Carrots require loose deep stone-free soil to develop properly — worth the soil preparation.

Sow seeds directly — carrots hate transplanting. Thin seedlings to 5cm apart for good root development. Deep loose soil is essential; rocky or compacted soil produces forked roots.

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Gardening in Georgia

Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Carrot in Georgia?

Carrots grow well here — direct sow after soil warms in spring for a summer or fall harvest.

What zone is Georgia?

Georgia spans USDA Zone 8a (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Carrots in Georgia?

Plant Carrots Feb 15, harvest Apr 26 – May 6.