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When to Plant Carrots in Creek County, OK

Carrots are a popular root vegetable available in orange, purple, white, and yellow varieties. They are rich in beta-carotene and have a sweet, earthy flavor.

Creek County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 206 days.

At an elevation of 663 feet, Creek County receives approximately 34.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 92ยฐF, providing good warmth for Carrots during the growing season.

Creek County, OK (Zone 7a) Long season
206 days
Last Spring Frost April 6
206 growing days
First Fall Frost October 29

Creek County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.4-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (112 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 27 🍅 Harvest: May 29 – Jul 3
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (108 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 6 🍅 Harvest: Jun 8 – Jul 13
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (120 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 18 🍅 Harvest: Jun 20 – Jul 25

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.7″/week
You supply
0.3″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 548 gal / 100 sq ft
Carrots needs ~1,330 GDD — county provides 3,914 GDD Excellent fit

Carrots Planting Timeline โ€” Creek County, OK

Carrots Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 23 Mar 23 โ€“ Apr 13
Fall Sowing August 20 Aug 20 โ€“ Sep 3
Harvest May 25 May 25 โ€“ Jun 29

Plant 0.5" deep ยท 6" apart ยท Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March Direct Sow
April Direct Sow
May Harvest
June Harvest
July โ€”
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

Days to Maturity

60โ€“80 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 6.8

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

206 days

Growing Tips for Creek County

Sow seeds directly in loose, stone-free soil for straight roots. Keep soil moist until germination which can take 2-3 weeks. Thin seedlings to 2 inches apart.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Dill
  • Parsnip

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๐ŸŒพ Save Your Own Carrots Seeds
Life Cycle Biennial
Pollination Cross-Pollinated (insects)
How to Collect Replant roots for 2nd year flowers. Harvest umbels when brown.
Storage Store airtight; viable 3 years at 35ยฐF, under 50% humidity.

Isolate 1/2 mile from Queen Anne's Lace (wild carrot). Biennial โ€” requires two seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Carrots in Creek County, OK?

Creek County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Carrots planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Creek County, OK?

Creek County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is October 29.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Creek County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.