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Carrots (Moonrise Mix)

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Growing reference
Spacing
3 in(16 / sqft)
Trellis
no
Direct seed
Mar 25(-3 w)
Harvest
~9–11 weeks from sowing
Last fall harvest
Oct 15 – Nov 12(at frost to +4 w)
Succession
every 3 weeks
Water
weekly
Seed shelf life
3–4 y
Lifecycle
annual
Seed source
Johnny's Selected Seeds

Direct seed only — taproots hate disturbance. Slow to germinate (1-3 weeks); keep soil consistently moist and don't let the surface crust. Sweetness improves after a fall frost.