Carrot 'Danvers Half Long'

Well suited to clay & rocky soils. Cultivate periodically or mulch to control weeds. Keep soil evenly moist.

Enjoys a full sun position in your garden and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Danvers Half Long is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Ideally plant in loamy and sandy soil and try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 6.0 and 6.5 as Danvers Half Long likes to be in weakly acidic soil.

Sow in deep, well-worked, stone-free soil after danger of heavy frost from spring to midsummer. Sow sparingly and firm soil over seeds.

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 2.48 inches (6.35 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.25 inches (0.64 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

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

Do not transplant, as crooked roots may result.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Danvers Half Long is a very hardy plant.

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

6-7.5" long.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by late spring.