Carrot Seeds - Danvers 126

$300

Average Seed Count: 150

The Danver 126 is a durable, multipurpose carrot that produces high yields. Danver 126 was bred by the Eastern States Farmers Exchange from selections of heat resistant strains of carrots. This carrot is improved for better interior color, smoother skin, better uniformity and better yield. Released in 1947. Excellent for home gardens and markets.

Daucus carota

Details:

  • Life Cycle: Annual
  • Days to Maturity: 75-80
  • Light: Full Sun and Part Shade
  • Plant Spacing: 2-3"
  • Plant Height: 4-8"

Sowing Info:

  • Seed Depth: 1/4"
  • Days to Germination: 7-21 at 40-85°F

Growing Info

Sow from early Spring to Midsummer, spacing seeds 1″ apart (about 15-20 seeds/ft.), 1/4- 1/2″ deep, in single rows 16-24″ apart. Sprinkle the soil surface to keep moist. Don’t allow soil to crust before the emergence of seedlings which takes 1-3 weeks, depending on temperature and moisture. Thin young seedlings to 1-2″ apart, depending on root size desired.