Carrot (Daucus Carota) is a biennial herb in the Apiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Daucus carota is a biennial herbaceous plant widely cultivated for its edible, orange taproot, known as the carrot.

Carrot

Carrot

Daucus Carota

Daucus carota is a biennial herbaceous plant widely cultivated for its edible, orange taproot, known as the carrot.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, edible crop, pollinator plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Carrot

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae
Genus:Daucus