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Round, long, rainbow-coloured, purple or just plain orange - we've got carrots to suit every taste! Try growing carrot-fly resistant varieties for the best chance of a healthy crop. Parsnips are the perfect addition to a Sunday roast and will be even sweeter if you leave them in the ground until after a sharp frost.
Carrot 'Eskimo' F1 HybridDaucus carota
As the name suggests, Carrot ‘Eskimo’ is one of the most cold tolerant varieties available, coping with winter weather down to -10C when grown on lighter soils. The rich orange, cylindrical roots can be lifted late in the season or even over wintered in free draining conditions. This top quality, RHS AGM variety resists splitting and retains its flavour throughout the autumn and winter - especially if left in the ground. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6"). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Autumn King 2'Daucus carota An RHS AGM variety producing splendid, long roots up to 30cm (12”) long, with a deep rich red colour inside. Carrot ‘Autumn King 2’ can be harvested from late summer or left in the ground throughout winter without fear of splitting. These magnificent roots do particularly well in heavyweight classes at local shows. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Romance' F1 HybridDaucus carota
Enjoy coreless ‘finger’ roots with an exceptionally sweet flavour in just 80 days with this fast maturing Nantes-type. Carrot ‘Romance’ is ideal for early sowings under cover when day lengths are short, and this useful variety crops equally well as a maincrop for larger, crunchy 20cm (8") roots in autumn. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6"). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Adelaide' F1 HybridDaucus carota One of the earliest maturing varieties, Carrot ‘Adelaide’ will be your first carrot crop of the year. This RHS AGM variety is ideal for growing in cold frames and under cloches. The quick growing roots are delightfully crunchy with a delicious sweet flavour. Seeds are in the RHS vegetable Collection. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Purple Haze' F1 HybridDaucus carota Customer RatingBefore 17th Century Dutch breeding, carrots were traditionally purple, red, white or yellow, rather than the orange ones that we know today. Carrot ‘Purple Haze’ retains this colouring with its deep orange flesh contrasting brightly with a rich purple skin. The smooth roots are long and heavy, reaching up to 25cm (10") in length. This colourful variety is packed with antioxidants and Vitamin A. Carrot ‘Purple Haze’ is best eaten raw as it has a less intense flavour and colour when cooked or steamed. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6"). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Mignon'Daucus carota Carrot ‘Mignon’ is perfect for early sowings in the cold frame or successional crops from containers on the patio. These quick maturing ‘baby carrots’ are specially bred for pulling in as little as 12 weeks from sowing. The tasty tender roots have smooth, bright orange skins and a delicious, sweet flavour. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Yellowstone'Daucus carota Customer RatingUnusual canary yellow carrots that will certainly brighten up any plate. The long, smooth roots of Carrot ‘Yellowstone’ reach up to 20cm (8”) in length. This delicious, full-flavoured variety is at its best eaten raw or roasted for the sweetest taste. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Sugarsnax 54' F1 HybridDaucus carota This super sweet carrot is a taste sensation! Carrot ‘Sugarsnax 54’ has a superb flavour whether it is cooked or eaten raw. The long, tapered, 25cm (10”) roots contain high levels of beta carotene giving them a rich orange colour that will brighten any plate. The uniform roots are delicious eaten fresh but will also store well over winter. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Parmex' - RHS Garden Explorers Children's SeedsDaucus carota Rounded, bite-sized carrots with a smooth, bright orange skin. Carrot ‘Parmex’ is early maturing, producing uniform crops of deliciously tender carrots that make a tasty, nutritious addition to lunchboxes. These compact carrots are ideal for growing in containers and windowboxes. The short roots also cope well with clay soils where other carrots struggle. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6"). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Ulyses' F1 HybridDaucus carota Carrot ‘Ulyses’ produces excellent quality smooth, cylindrical roots reaching up to 20cm (8”) long with a healthy orange colour. The foliage is strong and erect making lifting easier when harvesting. This superb carrot has shown excellent disease resistance and will store well too. A good early variety with a long cropping period from successional sowings. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Bangor' F1 HybridDaucus carota Heavy yields of high quality, large cylindrical roots make Carrot ‘Bangor’ one of the best maincrop varieties for the gardener. The large roots have a good core colour and excellent flavour, reaching up to 25cm in length. This RHS AGM variety resists greening and cracking. Carrot ‘Bangor’ will store well after harvesting in late summer and autumn. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6"). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: More info |
Carrot 'Cortina' F1 Hybrid - SowStrong® CollectionDaucus carota
This maincrop carrot produces uniform roots reaching 20cm (8") long with a lovely sweet flavour. Carrot ‘Cortina’ is ideal for harvesting in autumn and stores well for winter use. Delicious used as a cooked vegetable or eaten raw in salads. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6"). Companion planting: Try growing carrots with spring onions, leeks and mint, whose aromatic leaves deter carrot root fly. Useful links: How to grow carrots Companion Planting |