1000 Red Carrot Seeds - Heirloom Sweet Root Veggie for Planting

Red carrots are a colorful heirloom root vegetable prized for their sweet flavor and striking deep red-orange roots. These carrots add vibrant color to fresh salads, stir-fries, and roasted dishes, and they are a rewarding crop for home gardeners. Easy to grow from seed, red carrots thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making them a great choice for vegetable beds, raised gardens, and container planting.

With 1000 seeds, you'll have plenty to sow a generous harvest or succession plant throughout the season. Red carrots are typically ready to harvest in about 70-80 days, depending on growing conditions. Their sweet, tender roots are best harvested when young for fresh eating, but they also store well for later use.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with deep red-orange roots
• Sweet, tender flavor ideal for fresh eating or cooking
• Rich in beta-carotene and antioxidants
• Easy to grow from seed in home gardens
• Generous 1000-seed packet for multiple plantings

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Daucus carota
• Plant Type: Biennial (grown as annual)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, loose, sandy loam
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright leafy tops with underground taproot
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-10
• Days to Maturity: 70-80 days
• Spacing: 2-3 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow red carrot seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep in loose, stone-free soil, as carrots need fine soil to develop straight roots. Keep the seedbed consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 10-20 days. Once seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them to 2-3 inches apart to allow proper root development.

Water regularly to maintain even moisture, but avoid overwatering to prevent root splitting. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest carrots when roots reach desired size, usually 70-80 days after sowing. For best flavor, harvest before the ground freezes.

What's Included

1000 Red Carrot Seeds