When to plant carrot in South Carolina
South Carolina spans USDA zones 8a–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 14 in Charleston to March 30 in Gaffney — below are local dates for 63 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 9a | February 4 | December 30 | January 14 – February 25 |
| Columbia | 8b | March 22 | November 15 | March 1 – April 12 |
| North Charleston | 9a | March 7 | November 27 | February 14 – March 28 |
| Mount Pleasant | 9a | March 13 | November 30 | February 20 – April 3 |
| Rock Hill | 8a | March 27 | November 5 | March 6 – April 17 |
| Greenville | 8a | March 28 | November 7 | March 7 – April 18 |
| Summerville | 8b | March 22 | November 12 | March 1 – April 12 |
| Goose Creek | 8b | March 7 | November 27 | February 14 – March 28 |
Carrot in South Carolina: FAQ
When can I plant carrot in South Carolina?
Across South Carolina, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly January 14 in Charleston to March 30 in Gaffney, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the carrot planting date vary across South Carolina?
Yes. South Carolina publishes 63 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 South Carolina?
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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