When to plant carrot in Missouri
Missouri spans USDA zones 5b–7b, so the right time to plant carrot shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 5 in Sikeston to March 31 in Kirksville — below are local dates for 87 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 6b | April 4 | November 2 | March 14 – April 25 |
| St. Louis | 7a | April 1 | November 4 | March 11 – April 22 |
| Springfield | 7a | April 4 | October 27 | March 14 – April 25 |
| Columbia | 6b | April 5 | October 31 | March 15 – April 26 |
| Independence | 6b | April 10 | October 27 | March 20 – May 1 |
| Lee's Summit | 6b | April 7 | October 29 | March 17 – April 28 |
| O'Fallon | 6b | April 10 | October 26 | March 20 – May 1 |
| St. Charles | 6b | April 8 | October 29 | March 18 – April 29 |
Carrot in Missouri: FAQ
When can I plant carrot in Missouri?
Across Missouri, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly March 5 in Sikeston to March 31 in Kirksville, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the carrot planting date vary across Missouri?
Yes. Missouri publishes 87 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 Missouri?
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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