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When to Plant Carrot in Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska (99721)

Location

Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska

ZIP Code

99721

USDA Zone

2b

Last Frost

Thursday, May 28, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Thursday, April 16, 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

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Growing Carrot in Zone 2b

Carrot (Daucus carota) is a popular garden vegetable. In Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2b, you should direct sow seeds around Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, May 28, 2026. Carrot grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.