CARROT ‘Kuroda’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Daucus carota
- Popular Japanese heirloom variety known for its excellent sweetness and crisp texture.
- Produces thick, blunt-tipped orange roots ideal for warm climates and tropical regions.
- Great for fresh eating, juicing, steaming, or roasting.
- High in beta-carotene, antioxidants, and essential vitamins, especially vitamin A.
- Performs well in a variety of soil conditions, including heavier soils.
- Fast-growing and reliable, even in less-than-ideal conditions.
- Can be harvested young for baby carrots or left to mature to full size.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual root vegetable, growing 15 – 20 cm long
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: March – August
- Subtropical: April – August
- Tropical: May – August; best in cooler parts of the season
- Cool: February – June
- Arid: March – July
- Germination: 10 – 20 days
- Depth: 1 – 2 cm deep
- Position: Full sun
- Sow Where: Direct into garden beds or containers
- Soil Type: Loose, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; pH 6.0 – 7.0
- Spacing: 5 – 10 cm between seeds, with rows 30 cm apart
Details:
- Water consistently for even root growth and best flavor.
- Thin seedlings to reduce competition and promote strong, uniform roots.
Harvest:
65 – 80 days after sowing
