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Carrot
Root vegetable that requires loose, deep soil. Sweet flavor improves after light frost.
moderate60-80 days root
🌞 Spacing & Care Requirements
📏 Plant Spacing
2 inches apart
⬇️ Planting Depth
0.25 inches deep
☀️ Sunlight
full sun
💧 Water Needs
moderate
❄️ Frost Tolerance
hardy
🌡️ Soil Temperature
Min: 45°F | Optimal: 60-70°F
📊 Days to Harvest Calculator
Enter your planting date to calculate when you can expect to harvest your Carrot.
🤝 Companion Planting Tips
✅ Plant With These
onion
leek
rosemary
❌ Keep Away From
dill
parsnip
🐛 Common Problems for Your Region
Watch out for these common issues when growing Carrot:
carrot fly
forked roots
wireworms
🔄 Succession Planting Schedules
For continuous harvests, plant Carrot every 3 weeks throughout the growing season.
Recommended Planting Schedule:
- • Spring: Every 2-3 weeks from early spring to late spring
- • Summer: Take a break during hottest months (June-July)
- • Fall: Resume planting in late summer for fall harvests
🌍 Regional Variety Recommendations
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