When to plant carrot in Oregon
Oregon spans USDA zones 6b–9b, so the right time to plant carrot shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about January 21 in Aloha to May 19 in Redmond — below are local dates for 69 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | 8b | February 25 | December 1 | February 4 – March 18 |
| Eugene | 8b | April 11 | October 23 | March 21 – May 2 |
| Salem | 8b | April 3 | November 1 | March 13 – April 24 |
| Gresham | 9a | March 16 | November 20 | February 23 – April 6 |
| Hillsboro | 8b | April 16 | October 23 | March 26 – May 7 |
| Bend | 6b | June 6 | September 20 | May 16 – June 27 |
| Beaverton | 9a | April 1 | November 6 | March 11 – April 22 |
| Medford | 8b | April 8 | October 29 | March 18 – April 29 |
Carrot in Oregon: FAQ
When can I plant carrot in Oregon?
Across Oregon, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly January 21 in Aloha to May 19 in Redmond, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the carrot planting date vary across Oregon?
Yes. Oregon publishes 69 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 Oregon?
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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