Fact Sheets And Publications
Carrots
General information
- Daucus carota var. sativus, Carrot
- Umbelliferae family
- Sunlight: full sun. Will tolerate very light shade.
- Soil conditions: Good quality roots require plentiful moisture, well-drained soil, that is deep, loose, free of stones and high in organic matter.
Successful cultivars
- Danvers Half Long (75 days) 8" long, bright orange, sweet and tender.
- Scarlet Nantes (70 days) 7" long, smooth skin, deep orange-red color.
- Yellowstone (73 days) 6-8" long, deep color, strong tops.
Common pests and disease
- Carrot rust fly
- Carrot weevil
- Leafhopper
- Blight
This publication was created by Master Gardeners Rick Judd and Gail Hermenau. Photos courtesy of Gail Hermenau.
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