Carrot 'Round Romeo'

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

How to grow Carrot 'Round Romeo'

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Round Romeo likes a position of full sun and remember to water often. Round Romeo is generally regarded as a very hardy plant, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Round Romeo needs a loamy and sandy soil with a ph of 6.0 to 6.5 (weakly acidic soil).

Growing Round Romeo 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). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 16°C / 61°F.

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

Transplanting Round Romeo

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.

Round Romeo 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 Round Romeo about 14 days before your last frost date.

Harvesting Round Romeo

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