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When to Plant Carrot in Walpole, New Hampshire (03608)

Location

Walpole, New Hampshire

ZIP Code

03608

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Saturday, March 14, 2026

Pro Tip: Carrot can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Daucus carota
Days to Maturity 70 days
Mature Height 8-12"
Spread 3"
Type Root
Fruit Size Medium (6-8 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

3" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 14-21 days

🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Growing Carrot in Zone 5b

Carrot (Daucus carota) is a popular garden vegetable. In Walpole, New Hampshire, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should direct sow seeds around Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Carrot grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.