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57 Popular Carrot Varieties

There are many varieties of carrots. Most gardeners focus on the timing of planting outdoors and the growing season—the earlier the fruit can be harvested, the better. This article discusses early, mid-season, and late-season carrot varieties.

Name Ripening period (days) Root length (cm) Root crop weight (g)
Alenka 90-100 14-16 300-500
Queen of Autumn 117-130 20-25 60-180
Carotan 135-140 25 250-405
Chance 100-110 20 200
Losinoostrovskaya 13 80-90 18 150-200
Moscow winter A 515 90-98 16 170
Research Institute of Oncology and Microbiology 336 110-120 20 110
Tushon 80-90 15-20 150-200
Flaccoro 120-140 30 135-200
Bangor F1 110 16-20 120-200
Boltex 100-125 10-16 200-350
Darling 80-90 15 160
Biryuchekutskaya 415 68-120 16 54-115
Incomparable 120 17 210
Perfection 117-150 4:30 PM 120-200
Rogneda 105-108 20 90-100
Artek 60-85 16 80-130
Samson 110-120 25 150
Leander 117-130 30 170
Nantes 4 90-120 11-17 100-150
Fun F1 80-100 20 230
Bureau 65-70 16-18 75-250
Mango 80-120 16-17 75-250
Canada F1 125-130 20 120-180
Red Ace 95 11-16 95-170
Lenochka 78-85 15-16 150
Orange Muscat 80-90 15-16 100-160
Fairy 95-105 18-20 200
Nandrin F1 95-105 20 150-250
Vitamin 6 75-100 17 150-200
Shante Royal 98-110 15-17 100-250
Emperor 100-110 25 250
Lydia F1 85-90 27 100
F1 News 100 20-22 100-230
Abaco 115-130 18-20 100-225
Amsterdam 90 14-20 165
Minicor F1 70-84 13-15 80-100
Sirkana F1 110-125 22-24 50-165
Flakke 90-120 20-30 180-220
Parmex 100 5 30-50
Dragon 85-90 25 150
Finchor 80 15 150
Red Giant 150-160 25 150
Vita Longa 110-120 25-35 100-250
Karini 116 15 100-160
Cascade F1 100-130 22 50-80
Anastasia F1 120-125 20-22 170
Laguna F1 80-85 15-20 170
Shantane 90-130 15 250
Callisto F1 92-110 22 135
Totem F1 130-140 25 120-145
Tinga F1 130-140 25 100
Darina 130-150 24 200
Sugar Lakomka F1 110-130 25 200
Mikulovskaya 90 15 100-200

Alenka

A mid-early variety. Fruit ripens in 90-100 days. These carrots have orange flesh and skin. They have excellent flavor. The flesh is firm, sweet, and aromatic. Carrots are 14-16 cm long and weigh 300-500 g. This variety is grown outdoors. Up to 10 kg of ripe carrots can be harvested per square meter.

The variety is resistant to many diseases. It grows well in soils previously occupied by early potatoes, cabbage, onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes. It can be stored throughout the winter.

Alenka variety

Queen of Autumn

A late-ripening variety that attracts gardeners due to its uniformly shaped fruits. Ripe fruits are harvested in 117-130 days. Each carrot is 20-25 cm long and weighs 60-180 g on average. The skin and flesh are bright orange with a reddish tint. The flesh is juicy and sweet.

For growing this variety, it's best to choose sites with loose soil. Favorable conditions will ensure seedlings emerge two weeks after sowing.

Queen of Autumn variety

Carotan

A late-ripening variety. It takes 135-140 days from germination to technical maturity. Suitable for commercial cultivation, the yield is very high. With simple care, you can harvest 250-405 centners of ripe carrots per hectare by the end of the growing season.

The roots are dense and heavy, orange-hued, and 25 cm long. Plant in well-lit areas with fertile soil. This variety is suitable for processing and storage.

Karotan variety

Chance

A mid-season variety recommended for baby food. It is prized for its long shelf life. Seeds are treated with a growth stimulant before sowing, which increases yield and accelerates ripening.

The roots are orange-red. Carrots ripen 100-110 days after sowing. They weigh up to 200 g and reach a length of 20 cm. The flesh is aromatic, juicy, and slightly sweet.

Chance variety

Losinoostrovskaya 13

Many gardeners choose this variety for growing in their plots. This popularity is due to its high yield, resistance to low temperatures, and long shelf life. The crop is used for making juices and purees.

The fruits are up to 18 cm long and weigh 150-200 g. The growing season lasts 80-90 days. Regular watering and weed control are required. Seeds are sown in the fall or spring.

Losinoostrovskaya 13 variety

Moscow winter A 515

A mid-season variety. It takes 90-98 days from sowing to full fruit maturity. Seeds can be sown before winter. When sown in winter, this variety is suitable for harvesting bunches 10 days earlier than other varieties. It is grown throughout Russia. It also produces good results when sown in April-May.

The roots are bright orange. Each vegetable is 16 cm long and weighs 170 g. Up to 7 kg of ripe carrots can be harvested from 1 square meter.

Moscow winter A 515

Research Institute of Oncology and Microbiology 336

A hybrid crop, it matures 110-120 days after the first shoots emerge. However, when growing carrots in southern Russia, the growing season lasts only 80-90 days. Planting takes place in early April, when the soil has warmed up and frosts are no longer a concern.

The roots are orange. They reach 20 cm in length and 4-5 cm in diameter. They average 110 g in weight. The flesh is juicy. This variety is characterized by excellent taste.

Variety NIIOKh 336

Tushon

An early-ripening variety belonging to the Amsterdam type. Fruit ripens quickly and uniformly when grown outdoors. An advantage of this variety is its increased tolerance to temperature fluctuations.

The growing season lasts 80-90 days from sowing until the fruits ripen. Carrots have a uniform shape and almost invisible eyes. At 15-20 cm in length, they weigh no more than 150-200 g. The flesh is tender with a distinct carrot aroma. A gardener can harvest 4-5 kg ​​of root vegetables per square meter.

Tushon variety

Flaccoro

A late-ripening Dutch variety characterized by excellent flavor. The roots have excellent appearance, uniform fruit, and are resistant to cracking.

The ripening period is 120-140 days. The carrots have a rounded core when cross-sectioned. The flesh is orange, juicy, and rich in carotene. The skin is bright orange. The fruits reach 30 cm in length and weigh 135-200 g. The harvest is in September, with seeds sown in April-May. 3.5-5.5 kg of fruit are harvested per square meter.

Flaccoro variety

Bangor F1

A Dutch hybrid, classified as a "Berlik" variety due to its appearance. It's recommended to sow seeds as early as April, after frosts and prolonged cold spells have passed. The carrots ripen in 110 days. Loose sandy loams and light loams are best for growing.

The vegetable has a cylindrical shape with a rounded end. The carrot averages 16-20 cm in length and weighs 120-200 g. The skin is a rich orange. The flesh has a pleasant aroma.

Bangor F1 variety

Boltex

A mid-season variety suitable for fresh consumption, processing, and long-term storage. From sowing to full ripening, the fruit takes 100-125 days. This variety performs well in all soil types, including heavy chernozem soils.

The roots are conical and even in shape, 10-16 cm long and weigh 200-350 g. The skin is deep orange, the flesh is dense, sweetish, with a high content of carotene.

Boltex variety

Darling

An early-ripening variety, ripening in 80-90 days. Seeds are sown in April and May. The Lyubimaya variety is prized for its excellent shelf life and resistance to cracking. These carrots are used for consumption, processing, and storage.

Ripe fruits are cylindrical, reaching up to 15 cm in length and weighing approximately 160 g. When sown in the fall, the fruits appear early, within three months.

Favorite variety

Biryuchekutskaya 415

A mid-season variety suitable for fresh consumption and storage. Characterized by excellent flavor and good shelf life of its roots, it prefers well-lit areas with loose, fertile sandy loam or light loam soil.

Conical carrots with orange skin and flesh reach up to 16 cm in length. The root weight ranges from 54 to 115 g. From germination to technical maturity, it takes 68 to 120 days. A gardener can harvest 4-7 kg of ripe carrots per square meter.

Variety Biryuchekutskaya 415

Incomparable

A late-ripening variety. The fruits ripen only after 120 days. They are cone-shaped with a blunt end. The fruit is large: averaging 210 g in weight and approximately 17 cm in length. The skin is a rich orange, with numerous small, light-colored eyes on the surface.

The flesh is bright orange, crisp, and aromatic. This variety is prized by gardeners for its excellent taste, ease of care, and high yield, with up to 7 kg of ripe fruit harvested per square meter.

Variety Incomparable

Perfection

A late-ripening variety prized by gardeners for its good shelf life and resistance to soft rot, cracking, and drought. It contains a high amount of beta-carotene. Carrot seeds are sown in April-May and October-November. They are grown outdoors.

From germination to full maturity, it takes 117-150 days. The carrots are conical in shape with a blunt end and are bright orange in color. Each carrot reaches 16-30 cm in length and weighs 120-200 g. Gardeners harvest 2.5-5 kg ​​of ripe fruit per square meter.

Variety Perfection

Rogneda

A mid-season variety grown outdoors. Sow seeds in late April to early May, choosing well-lit areas with loose soil. The fruits are attractive, crisp, not firm, and moderately juicy.

From germination to full ripening, the roots take 105-108 days. The fruits are cylindrical, with orange skin and a fleshy hue several times brighter. Each fruit weighs 90-100 g.

Rogneda variety

Artek

An early variety recommended for outdoor cultivation with winter, spring, and summer sowing. It prefers loose, fertile soil. Ripening time is only 60-85 days. This variety is prized for its high content of carotene, sugars, and dry matter.

The roots are thick and cylindrical. Each fruit reaches 16 cm in length and weighs 80-130 g. The skin and flesh are orange. The smooth surface of the carrots has faint eyes. Gardeners harvest 4.2 to 6.7 kg of mature roots per square meter.

Artek variety

Samson

A mid-early Dutch variety. Plants have a semi-spreading rosette and green, half-dissected leaves. The period from germination to technical maturity averages 110-120 days.

The root vegetable is smooth, cylindrical, and large: about 25 cm long and up to 150 g in weight. It has a smooth surface and a slightly pointed tip. The skin and flesh are bright orange. The flavor is sweet. When cut, a distinct aroma is noticeable.

Samson variety

Leander

A mid-season variety. Gardeners grow it both for fresh consumption and for canning. The fruits are easily identified by their uniformity and firmness; they have an elongated, cylindrical shape. The variety is disease-resistant and has excellent flavor. The time from sowing to root ripening is 117-130 days.

The fruits have orange skin and orange flesh. Each root weighs up to 170 g and reaches up to 30 cm in length. The seeds are sown in March in open ground, choosing sunny areas where early potatoes, tomatoes, or cabbage were previously grown. 3.8-9 kg of carrots are harvested per square meter.

Leander variety

Russian size

A vegetable plant, particularly valued for its vitamin A content. This variety thrives in moderately moist soil. If the moisture level exceeds the permissible limits, the fruits may crack. These carrots are not only tasty and crunchy, but also have a beautiful appearance.

This is a large, smooth, bright orange beetle with a smooth surface. A single root reaches up to 30 cm in length and can weigh up to 1 kg.

Russian size variety

Nantes-4

This is a good mid-season variety, suitable for spring or winter sowing. The growing season lasts 90-120 days. Seedlings emerge uniformly. It is characterized by a high yield, with up to 6.5 kg of fruit harvested per square meter.

The cylindrical roots reach 11-17 cm in length, up to 6-8 cm in diameter, and weigh 100-150 g. The skin and flesh are bright orange. The flavor is excellent: rich aroma, sweet and crisp flesh, and juicy core with a slightly bland flavor. When ripe, the head of the root turns purple or greenish.

Nantes-4 variety

Fun F1

An early hybrid variety with a rich flavor. Suitable for cluster production and winter storage. From germination to fruit ripening, it takes 80-100 days.

The roots are cylindrical with a blunt end, reaching over 20 cm in length and weighing approximately 230 g. The carrots have a juicy and sweet flavor and a pleasant aroma. Timely watering ensures high yields, allowing you to harvest up to 6 kg of fruit per square meter.

Zabava F1 variety

Bureau

An ultra-early variety, the seeds of which are sown in March-May and October-November. The harvest takes 65-70 days. Plants require regular and moderate watering. The Buro variety is resistant to disease and bolting, and the fruits can be stored for 3-4 months.

Carrots with bright orange skin have a smooth, even shape and juicy, tender flesh. A single carrot can weigh between 75 and 250 g and be 16-18 cm long.

Bureau Sort

Mango

A mid-season variety with excellent flavor and yield. From germination to technical maturity, the fruit takes 80-120 days. It has a high shelf life of 91-97%. The fruit is suitable for fresh consumption or canning.

The conical, blunt-ended fruits are intensely orange. They reach 16-17 cm in length and about 6 cm in diameter. Each fruit weighs 75-250 g. The flesh is juicy, tasty, and aromatic. By the end of its shelf life, it may lose its crunch and become rubbery.

Mango variety

Canada F1

The main advantage of this hybrid is its excellent marketability. The fruits are very uniform, without any defects. It takes 125-130 days from sowing the seeds to ripening the roots.

The fruits are large, reaching up to 20 cm in length and 4-5 cm in diameter. On average, one carrot weighs 120-180 g. The shape is semi-conical with a pointed end. The skin and flesh are bright orange. The plants require regular and moderate watering. Up to 7.7 kg of ripe fruits can be harvested per square meter.

Variety Canada F1

Red Ace

A versatile variety characterized by high yields. Suitable for fresh consumption and preserves. It has a pleasant flavor and increased tolerance to low temperatures.

The first fruits ripen 95 days after germination. The roots are conical with a slightly pointed tip. The length of the carrots reaches 11-16 cm and weighs 95-170 g. The flesh is soft. The skin and flesh are an intense orange color. 4-7 kg of ripe carrots are harvested per square meter.

Red Ace variety

Lenochka

An early-ripening variety, resistant to cracking and bolting. Sow seeds in late April to early May. Harvest occurs in 78-85 days. It is recommended to plant carrots in sunny areas with loose soil previously used for potatoes or tomatoes.

The fruits are cylindrical and orange. Carrots reach 15-16 cm in length and weigh up to 150 g. Gardeners harvest 3-5 kg ​​of mature roots per square meter.

Variety Lenochka

Orange Muscat

An early-ripening variety characterized by excellent taste and attractive appearance. Suitable for bunch harvesting and storage. Sowing occurs in late April to early May. The harvest is ready in 80-90 days.

Cylindrical carrots reach 15-16 cm in length and weigh 100-160 g. The skin and flesh are orange. When cut crosswise, they are practically cored. The flesh has a pleasant aroma. One square meter yields 2.8 to 6.5 kg of ripe carrots.

Orange Muscat variety

Fairy

A mid-season variety widely grown not only in Russia but also in Ukraine and Moldova. It is prized by gardeners for its uniform roots and excellent flavor. It prefers sunny areas with fertile, loose soil. Regular watering is required.

The roots are cylindrical, with bright orange skin and flesh. They reach 18-20 cm in length and weigh up to 200 g. The first fruits are harvested after 95-105 days. One square meter can yield up to 5 kg of carrots.

Fairy variety

Nandrin F1

A mid-season hybrid, particularly suitable for cultivation in central and northern Russia. From sowing to root ripening, the time required is 95-105 days. This hybrid requires moderate watering and is planted in fertile soil.

The roots are beautifully shaped, with a smooth, cylindrical skin and no cracks or other imperfections. The tip is rounded. The carrots reach 20 cm in length and weigh 150-250 g. The skin and flesh are orange. The advantage of this carrot is its vibrant aroma and crisp flesh. Gardeners can harvest 5 to 9 kg of ripe carrots per square meter.

Variety Nandrin F1

Vitamin 6

An early-ripening variety. The growing season lasts 75-100 days. Seeds are sown in prepared soil in early spring. Its main advantage is its good storage properties. Special storage conditions are not necessary for carrots. This variety is also prized for its unique sweet flavor and tender, juicy flesh.

The variety is unpretentious and can grow even in harsh climates, allowing it to be grown in places considered unfavorable.

From germination to technical maturity, it takes 75-100 days. Gardeners harvest the oblong, cylindrical fruits with a blunt end. Each vegetable reaches 17 cm in length and weighs 150-200 g. The skin is orange.

Vitamin Carrot 6

Shante Royal

A mid-season variety with a high carotene content. It prefers light loamy and sandy loam soils. Its advantages include high yields, good shelf life and transportability, and large roots without lateral roots. Sowing occurs in late April, and the fruits are harvested in mid-September. The ripening period is 98-110 days.

The fruits are conical in shape, with a blunt end. The skin and flesh are orange, reaching 15-17 cm in length and weighing 100-250 g. The variety is resistant to cracking. 4-9 kg of ripe carrots are harvested per square meter.

Shante Royal variety

Sentyabrina

A mid-season variety that has gained popularity due to its high marketability and excellent taste. The plants are green and medium-dissected. This variety requires regular watering and fertilizing. Seeds are sown outdoors in mid-April.

Carrots are cylindrical, slightly tapered at the tip. The surface is smooth. The skin is thin, and both its color and the flesh are bright orange. The roots reach 16-17 cm in length and weigh 100-180, sometimes 250 g. They contain a fair amount of carotene.

Sentyabrina variety

Emperor

A new variety that has already gained popularity among gardeners. The harvested fruit stores well until the following season, and its flavor remains unchanged, if not improved.

The cylindrical, blunt-tipped carrots are approximately 25 cm long and weigh up to 250 g. The flesh is sweet and the core is small. The seeds are sown around April 20, after the snow melts. The carrots ripen in 100-110 days. Up to 8 kg of perfectly smooth, ripe carrots can be harvested per square meter.

Emperor variety

Lydia F1

An early, large hybrid. Fruit ripens in 85-90 days. Characteristics include high yields. The fruit prefers to ripen in sunny areas with loose, fertile soil.

The carrots are conical-cylindrical, over 27 cm long, and weigh approximately 100 g. The skin and flesh are bright orange. The hybrid has soft flesh with a small core in cross-section. 1 square meter yields 6-7 kg of ripe carrots.

Cjhn Lydia F1

F1 News

A mid-early hybrid suitable for fresh consumption, growing in bunches, and winter storage. It grows well in sandy loam or light loam soils. Seeds are sown outdoors in late April or early May. It takes 100 days from germination to full root maturity. High yields are achieved through regular watering and soil loosening.

The vegetables are cylindrical in shape. The flesh and skin are bright orange. Each fruit reaches 20-22 cm in length and weighs 100-230 g. They are very juicy, tasty, and tender. 2.5 to 8 kg of mature roots are harvested per square meter.

Variety News F1

Abaco

A mid-season variety. Fruit ripens in 115-130 days. The advantage of the Abako variety is its long shelf life, making it suitable for canning, preparing baby food, and dietary supplements.

The cylindrical carrots reach 18-20 cm in length and weigh 100-225 g. The skin is orange, firm, and flawless. Seeds are sown in April-May at temperatures of 5-8 degrees Celsius.

Abaco variety

Amsterdam

An early-ripening variety prized for its rapid ripening, excellent flavor, and attractive appearance. It's easy to care for and produces fruit abundantly. Even a novice gardener will have no trouble growing it in their own garden. This variety is ideal for canning, fresh eating, and making juices.

The fruits are cylindrical, reaching 14-20 cm in length and weighing up to 165 g. The flesh and skin are orange. The flavor is sweet and delicate. The carrots are not only juicy but also crunchy. One square meter yields 4.7 to 6.8 kg of mature roots.

Amsterdam variety

Minicor F1

An early-ripening hybrid with a cylindrical shape and orange skin. Each root weighs 80-100 g and reaches 13-15 cm in length. The fruits ripen in 70-84 days.

The seeds are sown in open ground. This carrot hybrid is intended for fresh consumption and home cooking, producing a single-bunch product. Gardeners can harvest up to 7 kg of mature root vegetables per square meter. Maintenance includes regular watering, hilling, and loosening the soil.

Minikor F1 variety

Sirkana F1

A mid-late hybrid characterized by increased resistance to bolting and various diseases. The fruits are uniform and have a long shelf life of four to six months. Sow seeds in loose, fertile soil, choosing well-drained sites. After emergence, the fruits ripen in 115-125 days.

The fruits are cylindrical and have orange skin. The flesh is juicy and brighter in color. Carrots reach 22-24 cm in length and weigh 50-165 g. 4.6-6.7 kg of ripe fruits are harvested per square meter. Care involves regular, moderate watering and weed control.

Sirkana F1 variety

Flakke

A mid-season variety, maturing in 90-120 days. These carrots are suitable for fresh consumption, processing, and winter storage.

The fruits are conical, reaching 20-30 cm in length and weighing 180-220 g. The flesh is orange-red, and the peel is orange. The fruits are juicy and crisp. Seeds are sown in March-May or October-November. One square meter yields 4 to 9 kg of ripe fruit.

Flake variety

Parmex

A mid-season hybrid grown outdoors. The best predecessors are legumes, early cabbage, and cucumber. Seeds are sown in May-June for an October harvest. After 100 days, gardeners harvest ripe carrots with attractive appearance.

Gardeners also love these orange fruits with their thick skin and tender flesh for their flavor, which feels pleasantly soft in the mouth. The fruit is round in shape and weighs only 30-50 g each.

Parmex variety

Dragon

An early-ripening variety, suitable for both open ground and under plastic. It especially requires ample light and watering, but has no other care requirements. This variety is renowned for its magical and exotic appearance. Sow seeds in slightly acidic soil, preferably 10 days before the end of spring frosts. The harvest takes 85-90 days.

The roots are large, growing up to 25 cm in length and 15-30 cm in diameter. They weigh up to 150 g. The skin is bright purple, while the flesh is orange. This variety is prized for its sweet flavor and beta-carotene and vitamin A content.

Dragon Carrot

Finchor

An early-ripening variety, zucchini is very low-maintenance. After the first leaves appear on the seedlings, the fruits ripen in 80 days. Hilling is essential, as the roots don't protrude above the soil surface. Farmers note the fruits' increased resistance to various diseases.

The roots are large, weighing up to 150 g. They have a conical shape and a blunt end, with a smooth surface. They are practically pithless. The vegetables are sweet, tasty, and crunchy. This variety is not suitable for long-term storage.

Finhor carrots

Red Giant

This is a late-ripening variety. The fruits ripen 150-160 days after sowing. When planted in May, the harvest occurs in August-September. The variety's name is well-deserved, as it is characterized by its attractive appearance and large size. Its distinguishing features include resistance to pests and diseases. It is suitable for long-term storage.

The roots reach up to 25 cm in length and up to 6 cm in diameter. Each carrot averages 150 g. They have an elongated conical shape and a blunt end. The roots are red-orange in color. Carrots have a unique flavor: they are sweet and juicy and contain numerous vitamins. The optimal time to plant carrots is late April to early May. A single square meter yields approximately 4 kg of carrots.

Red Giant

Sugar Lakomka F1

A mid-season hybrid, the seeds of which are sown in April-May for a "bunch" harvest in July. Full ripening occurs 110-130 days after emergence.

The carrots are elongated and cylindrical. The flesh is sweet, as the hybrid's name suggests. The skin, flesh, and thin core are predominantly orange-orange in color. The presence of sugars guarantees a good flavor. Carrots weigh up to 200 g and are approximately 25 cm long.

Sugar Lakomka F1 variety

Darina

Late-ripening carrots ripen in 130-150 days. Roots reach up to 24 cm in length and weigh up to 200 g. The Czech breeders who developed this variety guarantee high commercial quality and good shelf life, right up until late spring.

The skin and flesh are orange-red and cylindrical. The flesh is sweet, soft, and firm. Gardeners harvest 1.7-3.3 kg of fruit per square meter, sometimes reaching 4.5 kg under favorable conditions.

Darina variety

Totem F1

A late-ripening hybrid that's easy to care for. The flesh is sweet, with a good, not cloying, flavor. From sowing to full maturity, the carrots take 130-140 days. The carrots grow up to 25 cm tall and weigh up to 120-145 g.

The fruits are conical, with orange-red skin and flesh. This hybrid is considered an indispensable vitamin-rich vegetable for winter storage. It produces high yields of 5.5-6 kg of ripe carrots per square meter.

Variety Totem F1

Mikulovskaya

An early-ripening variety that gardeners prefer to plant in bunches. The fruits ripen in just 90 days after sowing. The carrots are cylindrical and smooth, with rounded ends. The flesh and skin are reddish-orange, with the core being slightly lighter. Each carrot is approximately 15 cm long and weighs 100-200 g.

The flavor is dessert-like, and the fruit has a delicate texture without coarse fibers. The plantings are not prone to flowering. Up to 2.7-3 kg of yield is harvested per square meter.

Mikulovskaya carrots

Vita Longa

A mid-season variety with many advantages: gardeners note its good shelf life and increased resistance to fungal diseases. It is undemanding in terms of growing conditions. Care consists of periodic watering and weeding, with less frequent loosening and thinning of the beds.

Criteria for choosing carrot varieties
  • ✓ Disease resistance: Choose varieties that are resistant to common carrot diseases such as early blight and powdery mildew.
  • ✓ Soil requirements: Consider the soil type in your area. Some varieties grow better in light, sandy loam soils, while others prefer loamy soils.

The smooth roots reach up to 25-35 cm in length and about 3.5 cm in diameter. The carrots are a rich, bright orange color. Each carrot weighs 100-250 g. The seeds are sown in May, allowing for harvesting as early as late September. The harvest takes 110-120 days.

Yield optimization
  • • To increase carrot yields, it is recommended to pre-sow seeds with growth stimulants, which accelerates germination and increases viability.
  • • Regular loosening of the soil promotes better access of oxygen to the roots, which has a positive effect on the growth and development of root crops.

Vita Longa variety

Cautions when growing
  • × Avoid overwatering, especially during the ripening period of root crops, as this may cause them to crack.
  • × Do not plant carrots in the same place for several years in a row, this increases the risk of disease and reduces yield.

Karini

A mid-late variety prized for its long-lasting commercial quality and high carotene content. Seeds are sown in late April to early May, choosing well-lit areas. The root crops mature within 116 days after sowing.

The roots reach up to 15 cm in length and weigh 100-160 g. The skin and flesh are orange. The yield is good: 3-4 kg of ripe carrots are harvested per square meter.

Carini variety

Cascade F1

It's best to sow the seeds of this mid-season hybrid in fertile, loose soil. It takes 100-130 days from sowing to full maturity.

The roots are free of bumps, cracks, or other imperfections. The fruit reaches up to 22 cm in length. Carrots weigh between 50 and 80 g. The skin and flesh are orange. During the growing season, the plants require ample watering and weeding. Favorable conditions ensure high yields of up to 7 kg of carrots per square meter.

Cascade F1

Anastasia F1

A mid-season hybrid with an attractive bright orange peel and flesh. The fruits reach 20-22 cm in length, weighing no more than 170 g each.

From sowing the seeds to ripening, the fruits take 120-125 days. Gardeners harvest 3.5 to 6 kg of carrots per square meter. This hybrid is particularly valuable due to its high sugar and carotene content, which increases the vegetable's nutritional value several times over.

Variety Anastasia F1

Laguna F1

An early-ripening hybrid with excellent taste and marketability. Its key feature is its fruits, which are uniform in shape, color, and size. The roots, up to 17 cm long, are virtually pithless. The average length of Laguna carrots is 15-20 cm, weighing up to 170 g. The skin and flesh of these cylindrical carrots are strikingly bright orange.

The full ripening period is 80-85 days. Experienced gardeners claim that the first harvest is possible as early as three months after planting in open ground. By the 80th day, about 90% of the entire crop is fully ripe. Up to 7 kg of ripe fruit can be harvested per square meter.

Variety Laguna F1

Shantane

A mid-early variety. Gardeners value it for its high yield. Harvesting can take place 90-130 days after sowing. The roots are not as tasty as most varieties, but they are no worse either, just less intense. The roots are large, weighing up to 250 g. The shape is elongated-conical, regular.

In addition, the variety has other advantages, including the ability to grow on heavier soils, resistance to diseases, and ease of transportation.

Shantane variety

Callisto F1

A mid-season hybrid. From germination to full ripening, the carrots take 92-110 days. These long carrots are small, about 22 cm long and weighing no more than 135 g.

The hybrid is valued for its thick skin, ideal vegetable shape, and the presence of provitamin A. Disadvantages include susceptibility to fungal infections (rot and phoma) in cool summers.

Carrot Callisto F1

Tinga F1

A versatile late-ripening hybrid. Fruit ripens 130-140 days after sowing. The carrots are elongated, with a pointed tip and a thickened base. The skin is bright red, with a light, thin core inside. The flesh is orange, tasty, and juicy.

The advantage of this hybrid is its high yield and long shelf life without fruit loss. Gardeners harvest 5-5.5 kg of fruit per square meter.

Tinga F1 variety

Table of early maturity of varieties

Below is a table showing the ripening times of different carrot varieties. This will help you quickly decide which variety to plant in your garden based on your root vegetable growing goals:

Name of the variety

Ripening period (days)

Alenka

90-100

Queen of Autumn

117-130

Carotan

135-140

Chance

100-110

Losinoostrovskaya 13

80-90

Moscow winter A 515

90-110

Research Institute of Oncology and Microbiology 336

110-120

Tushon

80-90

Flaccoro

120-140

Bangor F1

110

Boltex

100-125

Darling

80-90

Biryuchekutskaya 415

68-120

Incomparable

110

Perfection

117-150

Rogneda

105-108

Artek

60-85

Samson

110-120

Leander

117-130

Nantes 4

90-120

Fun F1

80-100

Bureau

65-70

Mango

80-120

Canada F1

85-130

Red Ace

95

Lenochka

78-85

Orange Muscat

80-90

Fairy

95-105

Nandrin F1

95-105

Vitamin 6

75-100

Shante Royal

98-110

Emperor

100-110

Lydia

85-90

F1 News

100

Abaco

115-130

Amsterdam

90

Minicor F1

70-84

Sirkana F1

110-125

Shantane

90-130

Mikulovskaya

90

Callisto F1

92-110

Totem F1

130-140

Tinga F1

130-140

Darina

130-150

Sugar Lakomka F1

110-130

Flakke

90-120

Parmex

100

Dragon

85-90

Finchor

80

Red Giant

150-160

Vita Longa

110-120

Karini

116

Cascade

100-130

Anastasia

120-125

Lagoon

80-85

Among the wide variety of carrots, experienced gardeners find their favorites. The choice of variety depends on the ripening time of the fruit, as some grow the root vegetable for daily use, while others plan to consume the harvest until the following season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which variety is best for long-term storage over winter?

Which varieties are most resistant to cracking?

Is it possible to grow carrots in containers on the balcony?

Which variety is the sweetest and suitable for baby food?

Which varieties tolerate drought better?

Which variety produces the fastest harvest?

Which varieties are suitable for heavy clay soils?

Which variety is best for growing in northern regions?

Which varieties produce the largest root vegetables?

Which variety is least attractive to carrot flies?

Is it possible to sow before winter and which varieties are suitable for this?

Which variety is best for making juices?

Which hybrids (F1) produce the most stable yield?

Which variety is best to plant for sale due to its marketable appearance?

Which varieties are suitable for sowing in July for a fall harvest?

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