Carrot
Daucus carota sativus
Apiaceae · annual · introduced
Last updated
Quick Facts
Height
6-12 inches (foliage); roots 6-10 inches (varies by cultivar)
Growth Rate
Slow-to-moderate
Light
Full Sun
Soil
Well Drained
Water
Moderate
Hardiness
Zones 3–11 (grown as annual)
Origin
Europe and southwestern Asia
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