Daucus carota Carrot Seeds are a top choice for gardeners looking to grow crisp, sweet carrots in vegetable patches, raised beds, or home gardens. These Non-GMO seeds offer excellent germination and consistent growth, producing uniform roots with great flavor and texture.
Carrots are well-known for their versatility in the kitchen and perform best in loose, well-draining soil. High-volume search terms such as Carrot seeds, Daucus carota seeds, and vegetable garden seeds make this variety a popular pick for both new and experienced gardeners.
These seeds adapt well to various climates and provide dependable yields whether grown in backyard gardens, community plots, or deep containers.
Features
- Non-GMO, high-viability seeds
- Produces crisp, sweet, uniform carrots
- Ideal for vegetable patches, raised beds, and garden rows
- Thrives in loose, well-draining soil
- Beginner-friendly and productive variety
- Suitable for fresh use, cooking, juicing, and storage
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Daucus carota
- Common Name: Carrot Seeds
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Cool-season root vegetable
- Growth Habit: Upright foliage with long taproots
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial sun
- Soil Type: Loose, sandy, or loamy soil
- Soil pH Range: 6.0–7.0
- Water Requirements: Moderate, consistent moisture
- USDA Zones: 3–10
- Temperature Preference: 55–75°F
- Days to Germination: 10–21 days
- Days to Maturity: 65–80 days
- Root Length: Varies by soil depth (typically 6–10 inches)
- Plant Spacing: 2–3 inches
- Row Spacing: 12–18 inches
- Sowing Depth: ¼ inch
- Planting Season: Early spring or late summer
- Container Friendly: Yes, in deep containers
- Thinning Required: Yes, essential for root development
- Fertilizer Needs: Light feeding; avoid high-nitrogen fertilizer
- Climate Suitability: Cool-season growth favored
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Garden Use: Vegetable gardens, raised beds, containers
- Seed Quality: High germination, Non-GMO
Planting Guide
- Prepare loose, deep, well-draining soil free of rocks and clumps.
- Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in rows spaced 12–18 inches apart.
- Thin seedlings to 2–3 inches apart once they reach 2 inches tall.
- Provide consistent watering to avoid cracked roots.
- Harvest when roots reach full color and desired size, typically 65–80 days.
