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When to Plant Carrot in Kobuk, Alaska (99751)

Location

Kobuk, Alaska

ZIP Code

99751

USDA Zone

1b

Last Frost

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 29, 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 1b

Carrot (Daucus carota) is a popular garden vegetable. In Kobuk, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 1b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Carrot grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.