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When to plant carrot in Connecticut

Connecticut spans USDA zones 6a–7a, so the right time to plant carrot shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 15 in Bridgeport to April 17 in Torrington — below are local dates for 35 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.

In Bridgeportthe carrot direct sow window (March 15–April 26) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostDirect sow
Bridgeport7aApril 5November 6March 15 – April 26
Stamford7aApril 17October 23March 27 – May 8
New Haven7aApril 17October 27March 27 – May 8
Hartford6bApril 17October 26March 27 – May 8
Waterbury6bApril 26October 16April 5 – May 17
Norwalk7aApril 17October 23March 27 – May 8
Danbury6bMay 1October 14April 10 – May 22
New Britain6bApril 17October 26March 27 – May 8

Carrot in Connecticut: FAQ

When can I plant carrot in Connecticut?

Across Connecticut, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly March 15 in Bridgeport to April 17 in Torrington, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the carrot planting date vary across Connecticut?

Yes. Connecticut publishes 35 cities with their own frost dates, so the right carrot planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.

How long does carrot take to grow in Connecticut?

Carrot takes about 60–80 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.

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