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Can You Grow Carrot in Tennessee?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Carrots grow well here — direct sow after soil warms in spring for a summer or fall harvest.
Plant zones
Tennessee last frost
Tennessee first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Carrots in Tennessee
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Tennessee'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.
Gardening in Tennessee
Tennessee has a humid subtropical climate transitioning to continental in the east. Nashville is Zone 7a; the Appalachians are Zone 6a-6b. Long productive growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Carrot in Tennessee?
Carrots grow well here — direct sow after soil warms in spring for a summer or fall harvest.
What zone is Tennessee?
Tennessee spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Carrots in Tennessee?
Plant Carrots Mar 15, harvest May 24 – Jun 3.