Carrot 'Kaleidoscope Mix'

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

How to grow Carrot 'Kaleidoscope Mix'

  • Full Sun

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Kaleidoscope Mix is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Ensure your soil is loamy and sandy and has a ph of between 6.0 and 6.5 as Carrot is a weakly acidic soil loving plant.

Growing Kaleidoscope Mix from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.23 inches (0.6 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

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

Transplanting Kaleidoscope Mix

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.

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

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

Harvesting Kaleidoscope Mix

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