Quantity
About 800 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Apiaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Biennial
Organic 'Danvers 126' carrot is a classic and reliable variety that brings a beautiful combination of vigor, flavor, and consistency to the vegetable garden. With its well-formed roots, widened at the collar and a deep orange color, Daucus carota subsp. sativus stands out as a trusted choice for summer and autumn harvests. Its tender flesh and sweet flavor make it a carrot that is as delightful to crunch on freshly picked as it is to cook in a multitude of dishes. In the garden, it is appealing for its ease of cultivation when sown directly in light, loose, well-drained soil, where its roots can develop without constraint. Its finely cut foliage also adds a delicate texture to the vegetable garden, animating the rows with discreet elegance. Highly valued for its good storage capacity, it accompanies the gardener far beyond the harvest season, extending the pleasure into the colder months. A productive and consistent variety, it is suitable for both beginner gardeners and those who enjoy keeping vegetables. It is a generous, flavorful, and practical carrot, perfect for combining abundance, taste quality, and cultivation simplicity.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.5 to 1 cm (0.2 to 0.4 in)
Establishment temperature
15 to 25 °C (59 to 77 °F)
Establishment time
10 to 21 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Loose, deep and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom period2nd-year summer
Harvest70 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsOnions, leeks, radishes
Avoid planting withDill, fennel
Raw, cooked, preserved, juice, edible garden
