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When to Plant Sweet Corn in Carroll County, VA

Sweet corn is bred for high sugar content in its kernels, which convert to starch rapidly after harvest. Modern supersweet varieties hold their sweetness longer.

Carroll County, Virginia is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is May 1 and the first fall frost is October 16, giving you a growing season of approximately 168 days.

At an elevation of 883 feet, Carroll County receives approximately 43.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Sweet Corn during the growing season.

Carroll County, VA (Zone 7a) Moderate season
168 days
Last Spring Frost May 1
168 growing days
First Fall Frost October 16

Carroll County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.6-6.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Sweet Corn

Sweet Corn needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Sweet Corn Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 3.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 3.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
May 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 3.7" 0.6" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 4.8" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 4.5" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 3.3" 1" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 3" 1.3" 💧 Light watering
Nov 2.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 3.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (May–Oct in Carroll County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Sweet Corn Planting Timeline — Carroll County, VA

Sweet Corn Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 8 May 8 – May 29
Harvest July 10 Jul 10 – Aug 21

Plant 1" deep · 12" apart · Rows 36" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

168 days in Carroll County

Growing Tips for Carroll County

Plant in blocks of at least 4 rows for wind pollination. Direct sow after soil is warm. Isolate supersweet varieties from other corn types to prevent cross-pollination.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Tomatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Sweet Corn in Carroll County, VA?

Carroll County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of May 1. Plan your Sweet Corn planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Carroll County, VA?

Carroll County, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is May 1 and first fall frost is October 16.

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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 Carroll County, VA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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