Carrot 'Atomic Red'

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

How to grow Carrot 'Atomic Red'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Atomic Red is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Atomic Red requires a loamy and sandy soil with a ph of 6.0 - 6.8 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Atomic Red 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 Atomic Red about 14 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Atomic Red

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

Harvesting Atomic Red

8-10" long.