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Features
Family
Apiaceae
Native
Africa, Eurasia
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Roots are 6"–7" long at their peak.
Further Information
Growing Conditions
Frost Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Crack Resistant
About Danvers 126 Carrot Seeds
Daucus carota
Orange roots, wide at the top, tapering to a point. 'Danvers 126' is a Danvers type carrot.
Planting Carrot
Plant Spacing
1"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Roots are 6"–7" long at their peak.
Planting Depth
¼"
Planting Details
| Row Spacing | 6" |
|---|---|
| Seed Depth | ¼" |
| Seed Spacing | 1" |
| Thinning | When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 3" |
| Germination | 10–25 days |
| Start Indoors | Not recommended; root disturbance stunts growth. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 45°F, ideally 60°–85°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 10 to 12 weeks before your average first fall frost date. In very warm climates, carrots are grown primarily in fall, winter, and spring. |
| Growing & Harvesting | For best flavor and texture, harvest carrots any time before, and until they reach their optimal size. Peak harvest period lasts about 3 weeks, longer in the fall. Late summer-sown carrots are sweetened after having been kissed by light frost; however, harvest before soil freezes, which may destroy the crop. In USDA zone 5 or warmer, carrots can be left in the ground for storage provided they are heavily mulched; harvest as needed on days the ground is not frozen. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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42 reviews
- AmandaRated 5 out of 5 stars5/5/265 Stars
Love Botanical Interests seeds! I have the most germanation and LOVE how they provide so many details on the package!
- Linda M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/3/26Grow well
Sprout and produce reliably.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests5/3/26Hey Linda,
We're so happy to hear your Danvers 126 Carrot Seeds are sprouting and producing reliably for you! These classic carrots are such dependable growers and you're going to love those sweet, crisp orange beauties when harvest time comes around. There's nothing quite like pulling fresh carrots straight from your garden! Thank you for sharing your great experience with our seeds. Keep on growing 🌻️
- PatriciaRated 5 out of 5 stars3/22/265 Stars
Love all my seeds cant wait to complete my planting outdoors as well
- RareRated 5 out of 5 stars11/20/255 Stars
AWESOME!!!
- Leslie O.MD, United StatesVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/25/25Danvers are Great
Just harvested my first square of carrots planted in a SFG on Apr 24. I have 5 more squares planted about a week apart. Looking forward to enjoying these as snacks and in soups. Will definitely recommend for first time growers.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests6/30/25Hey Leslie,
What an amazing harvest! We love hearing about successful square foot gardening with our Danvers 126 carrots. It sounds like you've got your timing down perfectly with those succession plantings - what a smart way to ensure a continuous harvest! Those carrots are going to make some delicious snacks and hearty soups. I hope you'll share some recipes with us. And thank you for being willing to recommend them to first-time growers - Danvers really are such a reliable, beginner-friendly variety. Here's to enjoying all those fresh carrots in the weeks ahead! Keep on growing 🌻