Short 'n Sweet
Carrot · Chantenay
Daucus carota subsp. sativus
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Apiaceae (Carrot family) · Genus: Daucus
About
Bred especially for heavy or shallow soils. Sweet-flavored 4" roots are bright orange.
Characteristics
Color
Orange
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Half-Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Days to Maturity
65–70 days
Fruit Size
4 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
10-12 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5 in
Seed Spacing
3 in
Row Spacing
12 in
Thin To
3 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
45–85 °F
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Soil Temp
40–95 °F
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Air Temp
12–75 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
SOW in deep, well-worked, stone-free soil after danger of heavy frost. Sow seeds thinly in rows 12" apart. Cover with fine soil, firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Do not transplant, as crooked roots may result.
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