Carrot Canada
Daucus carota var. sativus 'Canada'
A mid-season carrot variety with uniform conical roots of orange color, 15–20 cm long. Known for good storage quality and sweet taste. Perfect for fresh consumption and processing.
Stages of growth
Planting calendar
How to care
Keep the top soil layer consistently moist. Water with a fine mist to avoid washing away seeds.
- •Soak seeds for 2–3 hours before sowing to speed up germination
- •Sow at a depth of 1.5–2 cm
- •First seedlings appear in 10–14 days
Difficulty growing
Suitable for beginners. Minimal maintenance, error-resistant.
Growing conditions
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Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(5)
Direct sow from April to June when soil warms to 8–10°C. In temperate regions, late April to early May is optimal. Summer sowing (May–June) is also possible for fall harvest.
Canada carrot matures in 100–120 days after sowing. Harvest typically occurs from August to November. For better storage, harvest in early October, before first frost.
Soak seeds in warm water for 2–3 hours to speed germination. Some gardeners dust seeds with talc for better distribution. Sticky seeds can be mixed with damp sand.
Use balanced fertilizer (NPK 10:10:10). Emphasize nitrogen early in growth, then shift to potassium (July–August) for sweetness and root density. Organic amendments (manure, compost) improve soil structure.
Store in a cool place (cellar, refrigerator) at 0–2°C with 90–95% humidity. Layer carrots in boxes with sand or peat. With proper storage, they keep until spring (6–8 months).
Benefits and nutrition
Benefit information coming soon
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