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When to Plant Carrots in Auglaize County, OH

Carrots

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.

Auglaize County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 25 and the first fall frost is October 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 179 days.

At an elevation of 691 feet, Auglaize County receives approximately 31.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Carrots to ensure they mature before fall.

Auglaize County, OH (Zone 6a) Moderate season
179 days
Last Spring Frost April 25
179 growing days
First Fall Frost October 21

Auglaize County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Carrots Planting Timeline — Auglaize County, OH

Carrots Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 11 Apr 11 – May 2
Harvest June 13 Jun 13 – Jul 18
Fall Sowing August 12 Aug 12 – Aug 26

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–80 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–6.8 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6a

📆 Growing Season

179 days in Auglaize County

Growing Tips for Auglaize 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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🌾 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 35°F, under 50% humidity.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Carrots in Auglaize County, OH?

Auglaize County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 25. Plan your Carrots planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Auglaize County, OH?

Auglaize County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 25 and first fall frost is October 21.

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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 Auglaize County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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