When to plant carrot in Wisconsin
Wisconsin spans USDA zones 4b–6a, so the right time to plant carrot shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 29 in Pleasant Prairie to April 20 in River Falls — below are local dates for 97 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 6a | April 26 | October 18 | April 5 – May 17 |
| Madison | 5a | May 1 | October 9 | April 10 – May 22 |
| Green Bay | 5b | May 7 | October 9 | April 16 – May 28 |
| Kenosha | 5b | April 28 | October 19 | April 7 – May 19 |
| Racine | 6a | April 20 | October 24 | March 30 – May 11 |
| Appleton | 5b | May 4 | October 6 | April 13 – May 25 |
| Waukesha | 5b | May 1 | October 13 | April 10 – May 22 |
| Eau Claire | 4b | April 24 | October 14 | April 3 – May 15 |
Carrot in Wisconsin: FAQ
When can I plant carrot in Wisconsin?
Across Wisconsin, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly March 29 in Pleasant Prairie to April 20 in River Falls, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the carrot planting date vary across Wisconsin?
Yes. Wisconsin publishes 97 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 Wisconsin?
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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