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Daucus carota
The classic flavor favorite. Almost coreless, 6-inch roots have bright red-orange color throughout. Crisp texture and an abundant producer. Keeps and freezes well. Harvest in 65 days.
2 g (2000 mg)
| Light | Full sun |
| Row Spacing | 12 inches |
| Plant Spacing | 2 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/4 to 1/2 inch |
| Days to germination | 14-21 |
| Plant height | 12-18 inches |
Gardener's Notes: Sow seeds directly in the garden in spring. Carrots need light, well-drained, sandy soil. Sprinkle seeds evenly in the row, about 3-4 inch. Keep soil moist during germination and growth. thin young seedlings. Sow every 2-3 weeks until early summer for continuous supply. Harvest when rounded, orange tops appear. For easier harvest, moisten soil. In mild climates, plant again in fall and winter.
Description
Daucus carota
The classic flavor favorite. Almost coreless, 6-inch roots have bright red-orange color throughout. Crisp texture and an abundant producer. Keeps and freezes well. Harvest in 65 days.
2 g (2000 mg)
| Light | Full sun |
| Row Spacing | 12 inches |
| Plant Spacing | 2 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/4 to 1/2 inch |
| Days to germination | 14-21 |
| Plant height | 12-18 inches |
Gardener's Notes: Sow seeds directly in the garden in spring. Carrots need light, well-drained, sandy soil. Sprinkle seeds evenly in the row, about 3-4 inch. Keep soil moist during germination and growth. thin young seedlings. Sow every 2-3 weeks until early summer for continuous supply. Harvest when rounded, orange tops appear. For easier harvest, moisten soil. In mild climates, plant again in fall and winter.
