Carrot

Daucus Carota

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Overview

The carrot, Daucus carota, is a biennial plant commonly grown as an annual for its tapering orange root, rich in beta-carotene. The feathery foliage reaches 12 inches high, while the roots can grow up to 3 inches wide and 10 inches long, depending on the variety. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Carrots also produce umbel flowers in their second year, adding a subtle, lacy aesthetic to gardens.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 1–11

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — The feathery foliage reaches 12 inches high

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — Carrots are famed for their vibrant orange color

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — commonly known as the carrot

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — is a versatile and hardy biennial plant

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — Carrots also produce umbel flowers in their second year, adding a subtle, lacy aesthetic to gardens

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — is a biennial plant commonly grown as an annual for its tapering orange root

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — while the roots can grow up to 3 inches wide and 10 inches long

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 1–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)

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Carrot (Daucus Carota) — often grown as an annual in home gardens for its edible taproots

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — Carrots are famed for their vibrant orange color

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — commonly known as the carrot

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — is a versatile and hardy biennial plant

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — Carrots also produce umbel flowers in their second year, adding a subtle, lacy aesthetic to gardens

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — is a biennial plant commonly grown as an annual for its tapering orange root

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — while the roots can grow up to 3 inches wide and 10 inches long

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — The feathery foliage reaches 12 inches high

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — and can reach lengths of up to 12 to 14 inches

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — creating texture amidst other garden greens.<br><br>The taproots vary in size

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — adding a spectrum of interest to any garden design

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — feathery leaves emanating from a rosette

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — generally falling within 2 to 3 inches in diameter

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — though cultivars also exhibit purple

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — the foliage reaches heights of about 12 inches

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — it is essential to provide well-draining soil with a deep

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — When designing for carrots

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — loose structure to accommodate their growth

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — The feathery foliage reaches 12 inches high; adding a spectrum of interest to any garden design

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — is a biennial plant commonly grown as an annual for its tapering orange root; prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — critical for uninterrupted root development

Carrot (Daucus Carota) — vegetable for full

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