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Can You Grow Carrot in Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Carrots grow well here — direct sow after soil warms in spring for a summer or fall harvest.
Plant zones
Virginia last frost
Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Carrots in Virginia
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Virginia'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 Virginia
Virginia ranges from Zone 5b in the mountains to Zone 7b on the coast. The Shenandoah Valley is Zone 6b-7a. Four seasons with a long productive growing window in most areas.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Carrot in Virginia?
Carrots grow well here — direct sow after soil warms in spring for a summer or fall harvest.
What zone is Virginia?
Virginia spans USDA Zone 7a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Carrots in Virginia?
Plant Carrots Mar 7, harvest May 16 – May 26.