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When to Plant Carrots in Lynn County, TX

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.

Lynn County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and the first fall frost is November 9, giving you a growing season of approximately 223 days.

At an elevation of 2,252 feet, Lynn County receives approximately 47.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 94ยฐF, providing good warmth for Carrots during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring โ€” great for early planting โ€” but Carrots will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.

Lynn County, TX (Zone 7b) Long season
223 days
Last Spring Frost March 31
223 growing days
First Fall Frost November 9

Lynn County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

7.5-8.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (123 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 25 🍅 Harvest: May 27 – Jul 1
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (125 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 31 🍅 Harvest: Jun 2 – Jul 7
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (124 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 15 🍅 Harvest: Jun 17 – Jul 22

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
0.9″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 246 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Carrots needs ~1,435 GDD — county provides 4,571 GDD Excellent fit

Carrots Planting Timeline โ€” Lynn County, TX

Carrots Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 17 Mar 17 โ€“ Apr 7
Fall Sowing August 31 Aug 31 โ€“ Sep 14
Harvest May 19 May 19 โ€“ Jun 23

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 7b

Growing Season

223 days

Growing Tips for Lynn 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 Lynn County, TX?

Lynn County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 31. Plan your Carrots planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Lynn County, TX?

Lynn County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and first fall frost is November 9.

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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 Lynn County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.