Grown Danvers Half Long Carrot?

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Danvers Half Long Carrot — Root vegetables

65-75days to harvest

14-21days to germinate

Z4–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Direct sow 2-3 weeks before last frost. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart. Successive plantings every 2-3 weeks.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: 1 inch per week, consistent moisture
Soil: Well-drained, loose soil; tolerates heavier soils better than long varieties
Soil pH: 6.0-6.8
Spacing: 2-3 inches
Season: Cool season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Deep orange
Size: 6-7 inches long, 2 inches wide
Shape: Broad-shouldered, tapering to blunt point
Flavour: Sweet, crisp, and tender with classic carrot flavor

In the kitchen

Fresh eating, cooking, roasting, juicing, storage. Excellent for soups and stews.

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Carrot rust fly, aphids, wireworms
Diseases: Alternaria leaf blight, bacterial soft rot, cavity spot
Resistance: Good resistance to cracking and splitting

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	—	—	June – July	August – September
2	—	—	May – July	July – September
3	—	—	May – June	July – October
4	—	—	April – June	July – October
5	—	—	April – May	June – November
6	—	—	April – May	June – November
7	—	—	March – May	May – November
8	—	—	March – April	May – December
9	—	—	February – March	April – December
10	—	—	January – March	March – December
11	—	—	January – February	February – December
12	—	—	January – February	February – December
13	—	—	January – February	February – December

Companion planting

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

ChivesRepels carrot rust flies and aphids with their strong sulfur compounds

LeeksNatural pest deterrent that confuses carrot fly with contrasting scent

RosemaryStrong aromatic oils repel carrot flies and other root-damaging insects

SageDeters carrot rust flies and cabbage moths while attracting beneficial insects

LettuceShallow roots don't compete, provides living mulch and efficient space usage

RadishesBreak up soil for carrot growth and mature quickly without long-term competition

MarigoldsRoot secretions reduce nematode populations and repel various garden pests

TomatoesImprove carrot flavor and growth while carrots help break up soil for tomato roots

Avoid

DillAttracts carrot rust flies when flowering and can stunt carrot growth

ParsnipsCompetes for same nutrients and attracts same pests, increasing disease pressure

CorianderCan inhibit carrot germination and early growth through allelopathic effects

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 root vegetables 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 Danvers Half Long Carrot?

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