Carrot
Daucus carota
Wild carrot requires consistent moisture and loose, well-draining soil for best root development. Keep soil evenly moist throughout the growing season and thin seedlings to proper spacing. This biennial produces delicate white flower clusters in its second year that attract beneficial insects to the garden.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
3″
Watering Schedule
Every 3-5 Days • Consistent Moisture Keeping Soil Evenly Moist But Not Waterlogged
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 6″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 6, 2019 by jose (cc-by-sa)
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