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Carrot 'Baby'   

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

Baby is a variety of Carrot which is a member of the Daucus family. Its botanical name is Daucus carota subsp. sativus 'Baby'. Its fruits normally ripen as a colour very similar to   Dark orange. Leaves usually appear in   Kelly green colour.

Cylindrical with a blunt stump root, quick to mature. 3.5" long.

A type of Vegetable, it mainly grows as an Annual plant - which means it typically only grows best for a single growing season. Baby is known for its Clump-Forming habit and growing to a height of approximately 15.0 cm (5.85 inches).

Afghanistan is believed to be where Baby originates from.

Baby Carrot is normally fairly low maintenance and quite easy to grow, as long as a level of basic care is provided throughout the year. Being aware of the basic soil, sun and water preferences will result in a happier and healthier plant.

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Carrot 'Baby' have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Carrot 'Baby'

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Baby likes a position of full sun and remember to water often. Baby is generally regarded as a very hardy plant, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 3 - 11 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant. Baby needs a loamy soil with a ph of 6.0 to 6.5 (weakly acidic soil).

Growing Baby from seed

Sow 0.23 inches (0.6 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 0.39 inches (1.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 16°C / 61°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Baby about 14 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Baby

Sow in deep, well-worked, stone-free soil after danger of heavy frost from spring to midsummer. Do not transplant, as crooked roots may result. Cultivate periodically or mulch to control weeds. Keep soil evenly moist.

Baby is very hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Baby about 14 days before your last frost date.

Harvesting Baby

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in late spring.

Carrot 'Baby' information

How long does Baby take to grow?

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When should I sow Baby?

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Other Names for Carrot 'Baby'

Baby pak, Succulent finger

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