Carrot

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

vegetable

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Carrots are a cool-season root vegetable grown for their sweet, crunchy roots. They need deep, loose, stone-free soil to develop straight roots.

Common Problems

Select the problem your Carrot is experiencing to get a treatment guide.

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Forkingchevron_right

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Slow Growthchevron_right

Care Guide

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Light

Full sun.

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Water

Regularly and evenly — inconsistent watering causes forking.

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Soil

Deep, loose, sandy loam. Remove stones.

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Fertiliser

Low nitrogen. Too much causes forking.

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Temperature

7–24°C (45–75°F).

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Humidity

Moderate.

Toxicity

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Non-toxic.

Common Diseases

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Common Pests

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Seasonal Care

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Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.

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Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.

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Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.

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Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do my Carrots grow forked instead of straight?

Forking happens from stony or compacted soil, or from too much nitrogen fertilizer — use deep, loose, stone-free soil and low-nitrogen feeding to grow straight, single roots.

How consistently do I need to water Carrots?

Very consistently — inconsistent watering causes forking and misshapen roots, so water regularly and evenly rather than letting the soil swing between dry and saturated.