Carrot Growing Guide

Daucus carota subsp. Sativus

Crop Rotation Group

Umbelliferae (Carrot and root family) ●

Soil

Light, deep, well-drained soil which has not had compost or manure added recently (to avoid forked roots forming.)

Position

Sun or partial shade.

Frost tolerant

Light frost tolerant.

Feeding

Not required.

Spacing

Single Plants: 10cm (3") each way (minimum)
Rows: 10cm (3") with 15cm (5") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Sow direct into soil under cloches from late winter or without protection from mid spring.
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Notes

Slugs love young carrot seedlings so protect early started plants. Thin out when the seedlings are large enough to handle if they are too close (best done in damp evenings to prevent carrot fly). Cover with mesh or fleece to deter carrot fly. Weed carefully during early stages.

Harvesting

Can be harvested over a long period, although if left in ground over winter they may split attracting slugs.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Carrot

Aphids (General)

Carrot Root Fly

Millipede

Slug

Snail

Plant Diseases which Affect Carrot

Carrot Leaf Blight

Carrot Powdery Mildew

Carrot Root Knot Nematodes