When to Plant Carrots in New Hampshire
In a typical New Hampshire location, sow outdoors Apr 5 – Apr 19. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Salem and as late as Apr 16 in Berlin. For a fall crop, plant around Jul 17 – Jul 31.
Direct sow only (does not transplant); sow 2-4 weeks before last frost, as soon as soil can be worked.
Carrots Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow | Fall planting |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Nashua | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Concord | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| East Concord | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| Derry Village | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Dover | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Rochester | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 17 – Jul 31 |
| Salem | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Merrimack | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Keene | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Derry | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Portsmouth | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Bedford | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Laconia | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Lebanon | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Jul 14 – Jul 28 |
| Windham | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Claremont | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Pelham | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Somersworth | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 17 – Jul 31 |
| Londonderry | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Durham | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Hampton | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Berlin | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jul 8 – Jul 22 |
| Exeter | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
Showing the 24 most populous of 24 New Hampshire cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all New Hampshire cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant carrots in New Hampshire?
In a typical New Hampshire location, sow outdoors Apr 5 – Apr 19. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Salem and as late as Apr 16 in Berlin. For a fall crop, plant around Jul 17 – Jul 31.
When is the last frost in New Hampshire?
The average last spring frost in New Hampshire ranges from April 21 in Salem to May 14 in Berlin, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do carrots take to grow?
Carrots typically take 60–80 days from planting to harvest. Direct sow only (does not transplant); sow 2-4 weeks before last frost, as soon as soil can be worked.
Other Crops in New Hampshire
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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