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Carrot Microgreens — Microgreens

16-25days to harvest

7-14days to germinate

Z4–11USDA zones

Moderate to challengingdifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Soak seeds 24 hours, then sow densely on surface. Cover very lightly as seeds need some light to germinate.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Keep consistently moist, mist gently 2 times daily
Soil: Fine, well-draining seed starting mix
Soil pH: 6.0-6.8
Spacing: Dense seeding, no spacing needed
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Bright green feathery leaves with thin white stems
Size: 3-5"
Shape: Fine, feathery, deeply divided leaves resembling tiny carrot tops
Flavour: Sweet carrot taste with earthy, slightly bitter herbal notes

In the kitchen

Garnishes, salads, soups, herb blends, and as an aromatic addition to cooked dishes

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids, carrot rust fly larvae (rare indoors)
Diseases: Damping off, leaf blight in humid conditions
Resistance: Moderate resistance, longer growing cycle increases risk

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	January – December	—	—	January – December
2	January – December	—	—	January – December
3	January – December	—	—	January – December
4	January – December	—	—	January – December
5	January – December	—	—	January – December
6	January – December	—	—	January – December
7	January – December	—	—	January – December
8	January – December	—	—	January – December
9	January – December	—	—	January – December
10	January – December	—	—	January – December
11	January – December	—	—	January – December
12	January – December	—	—	January – December
13	January – December	—	—	January – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

ChivesRepels carrot fly and aphids with strong sulfur compounds

RosemaryDeters carrot fly and other pests with aromatic oils

SageRepels carrot fly and cabbage moths while improving soil health

LeekMasks carrot scent from pests and repels carrot fly

OnionStrong scent confuses carrot fly and reduces pest damage

MarigoldReleases compounds that deter nematodes and aphids

LettuceProvides ground cover and doesn't compete for nutrients

ParsleyAttracts beneficial insects and shares similar growing conditions

Avoid

DillCan stunt carrot growth and attract carrot fly when mature

FennelInhibits growth through allelopathic compounds that suppress germination

CorianderCompetes for space and may inhibit carrot seed germination

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 41
Protein (g): 0.93
Fat (g): 0.24
Carbohydrate (g): 9.58
Fibre (g): 2.8
Sugars (g): 4.74
Vitamin A (µg): 835
Vitamin C (mg): 5.9
Vitamin E (mg): 0.66
Vitamin K (µg): 13.2
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.138
Folate (µg): 19
Calcium (mg): 33
Iron (mg): 0.3
Magnesium (mg): 12
Phosphorus (mg): 35
Potassium (mg): 320
Zinc (mg): 0.24
Selenium (µg): 0.1

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the microgreens growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Carrot Microgreens?

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