Crop Rotation Group
Umbelliferae (Carrot and root family)
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Soil
Light, deep, well-drained soil which has not had compost or manure added recently (to avoid forked roots forming.)
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Position
Sun or partial shade.
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Frost tolerant
Light frost tolerant.
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Feeding
Not required.
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Companions
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Spacing
Single Plants: 10cm (3") each way (minimum)
Rows: 10cm (3") with 15cm (5") row gap (minimum)
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Sow and Plant
Sow direct into soil under cloches from late winter or without protection from mid spring.
Our Garden Planning Tool can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
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Notes
Slugs love young carrot seedlings so protect early started plants. Thin out when the seedlings are large enough to handle if they are too close (best done in damp evenings to prevent carrot fly). Cover with mesh or fleece to deter carrot fly. Weed carefully during early stages.
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Harvesting
Can be harvested over a long period, although if left in ground over winter they may split attracting slugs.
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Troubleshooting
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