When should I plant Καρότο in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Καρότο outdoors around Feb 27. Expect first harvest around May 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Καρότο in Zone 9a?

Yes. Καρότο needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 7 successions.

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🥕 Growing Καρότο in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Καρότο. Τελευταίος παγετός: Mar 20. Πρώτος παγετός: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 27Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 ημέρες) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 7x)

Ζώνη9a

Τελευταίος παγετόςMar 20

Πρώτος παγετόςNov 12

Περίοδος237 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή70 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Καρότο in Zone 9a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 27

Direct sow Καρότο seeds outdoors around Feb 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 16/μ² (8cm απόσταση).

Harvest: May 8

First harvest approximately May 8 (~70 ημέρες from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12). Καρότο can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 3

For a fall harvest, plant Καρότο around Sep 3 (10 weeks before first frost).

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