Danvers 126 - Organic Carrot Seeds

SKU: VCT104

Open-Pollinated

Certified Organic

Heirloom

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Danvers 126, bred in Massachusetts in the late 1800s, was made for heavier soils—stout, tapered roots 6–8" long with deep orange color and sturdy, sweet flavor. Great for storage, juicing, and roasting. Carrots bring beta‑carotene and fiber; this one brings reliability. Sow in loose, stone‑free soil, keep seed beds evenly moist (germination is slow), and thin early. A true workhorse carrot that still earns its row in modern gardens.

How to Grow

Plant seeds directly in the garden in early spring starting about 2 weeks before average last frost date. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 50-85 degrees. Thin seedlings when they are about 1" high. Successive sowings can be made every two to three weeks. Do not plant if crop will mature in the heat of summer as it may result in poor quality carrots. Planting can resume late summer for a fall harvest. Cut off all but 1" off tops before storing. Even at optimum temperature carrot seed can take up to 18 days to germinate.

Growing Specs

Scientific name: daucus carota
Days to maturity: 70-80
Seed depth: 1/4-1/2"
Days to sprout: 12-18
Plant spacing: 1-3"
Row spacing: 1-2'
Light requirements: sunny / shade tolerant
Plant height: 15-20"
Life cycle: biennial
Frost hardy: yes

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