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How Far Apart to Plant Carrots?
Space Carrots 3 inches apart within the row, and keep 12 inches between rows. Thin ruthlessly once seedlings are an inch tall.
| Plant spacing | 3 in (8 cm) apart |
| Row spacing | 12 in (30 cm) apart |
| Planting depth | 1/4 inch |
| Sunlight | Full sun to part shade |
| When to plant | 2 to 3 weeks before last frost |
| Days to maturity | 70 |
| Good companions | onions, leeks, rosemary |
| Avoid near | dill, parsnips |
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Spacing tips for Carrots
Roots need 3 inches to size up; crowded carrots stay thin and twist around each other.
Companion planting
Plant near: onions, leeks, rosemary.
Keep away from: dill, parsnips.
Frequently asked questions
- How far apart should I plant Carrots?
- Space Carrots about 3 inches apart within the row, with 12 inches between rows. Thin ruthlessly once seedlings are an inch tall.
- How deep do I plant Carrots?
- Plant Carrots at a depth of 1/4 inch.
- What grows well with Carrots?
- Good companions for Carrots include onions, leeks, rosemary. Avoid planting near dill, parsnips.