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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Full Sun
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High
Growing Baby from seed
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
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
Popular varieties of Carrot
- Scarlet Nantes
- Danvers Half Long
- Chantenay Red Cored
- Nantes
- Little Finger
- Danvers 126
- Purple Haze
- Cosmic Purple
- Purple Dragon
- Baby
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