When to plant carrot in Oklahoma
Oklahoma 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 February 22 in Ardmore to March 28 in Guymon — below are local dates for 45 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | 7b | April 4 | November 2 | March 14 – April 25 |
| Tulsa | 7b | March 31 | November 4 | March 10 – April 21 |
| Norman | 7b | April 3 | November 3 | March 13 – April 24 |
| Broken Arrow | 7b | April 1 | November 1 | March 11 – April 22 |
| Edmond | 7b | April 10 | October 28 | March 20 – May 1 |
| Lawton | 7b | March 26 | November 7 | March 5 – April 16 |
| Moore | 7b | March 31 | November 5 | March 10 – April 21 |
| Midwest City | 7b | April 2 | November 5 | March 12 – April 23 |
Carrot in Oklahoma: FAQ
When can I plant carrot in Oklahoma?
Across Oklahoma, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly February 22 in Ardmore to March 28 in Guymon, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the carrot planting date vary across Oklahoma?
Yes. Oklahoma publishes 45 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 Oklahoma?
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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