When to plant carrot in New Jersey
New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, 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 Atlantic City to April 9 in Hillsborough — below are local dates for 158 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | March 14 – April 25 |
| Jersey City | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | March 14 – April 25 |
| Paterson | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | March 25 – May 6 |
| Elizabeth | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 12 – April 23 |
| Toms River | 7a | April 23 | October 20 | April 2 – May 14 |
| Trenton | 7a | April 17 | October 28 | March 27 – May 8 |
| Clifton | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | March 25 – May 6 |
| Bayonne | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 12 – April 23 |
Carrot in New Jersey: FAQ
When can I plant carrot in New Jersey?
Across New Jersey, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly March 5 in Atlantic City to April 9 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the carrot planting date vary across New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 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 New Jersey?
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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