Climate matters. This page is a practical baseline. Confirm cultivar, local frost/heat conditions, mature size and regional restrictions before planting.
Carrot — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Daucus carota subsp. sativus |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 10–21 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 7.2–29.4 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 60–80 |
| Measured from | Seed |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 5.1–7.6 |
| Mature height (cm) | 20.3–30.5 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 5.1–7.6 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Sowing method | Direct sow |
Growing directions
Sow seed 1/4 in deep in loose, stone-free soil and keep the surface consistently moist until sprouting, which is slow. Thin seedlings to 2–3 in so roots can size up. Harvest when shoulders reach desired diameter; flavor sweetens after a light frost.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0