Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid'

Carrot

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Common Name:

Carrot

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

25°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

90 cm

Carrot (Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid') - Description

Enjoy this flavorful carrot throughout the growing season. Roots reach their mature size about 70 days after sowing. The cylindrical roots have a sweet flavor and average 7" long and 1-2" wide. Greens grow to 18" tall with a 4-6" spread and makes an attractive garnish or filler in flower bouquets. A rich source of beta-carotene. GARDEN HINTS: Sow seed in deep, well-worked stone-free soil. Do not transplant as crooked roots may result. Sow directly in the ground after danger of heavy frost in the spring. Grows best in full sun.

Carrot (Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid') - Blooming

Some species bloom white flowers.

Carrot (Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid') - Growth

Biennial grown as annual. Daucus enjoys full sun.

Carrot (Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid') - Planting

Sow thickly in rows 1 foot apart. Propagate in early spring as soon as the soil is warm enough to till. Sow seeds directly into the ground.

Carrot (Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid') - Pest

Prone to leaf aphids and rust fly.

Carrot (Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid') - Interesting facts

There are about 25 known species of Daucus.

Carrot (Daucus carota 'Viva La France Hybrid') - Soil and irrigation

Maintain even soil moisture. Does best in light, fertile soil.