1000 Seeds Tendersweet Carrot Daucus carota sativus Heirloom Sweet Crisp Root Vegetable Easy to Grow

Tendersweet Carrot is a popular home garden variety known for its long, slender roots and deep orange color. These carrots are prized for their exceptionally sweet, tender core and crisp texture, making them a favorite for fresh eating and cooking. This heirloom selection is a reliable producer in a wide range of garden settings.
Tendersweet Carrots are excellent for fresh snacking, salads, roasting, and juicing. The roots grow to a substantial size while remaining tender and flavorful. They perform well in loose, well-drained soil and can be succession-planted for a continuous harvest throughout the growing season.
Species: Daucus carota sativus
Variety: Tendersweet
Type: Heirloom carrot
Plant Habit: Upright leafy tops with long taproot
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Loose, well-drained, sandy loam
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Zones: 3-10
Germination: 10-21 days
Sowing: Direct sow 1/4 inch deep after last frost
Spacing: 2-3 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart
Notes: Keep soil consistently moist during germination