| Common Name | Carrot, Wild Carrot |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Daucus |
| Species | Carota |
| Origin | Mediterranean / Eurasia |
| Blooming | Biennial, flowers in second year summer |
| Leaf Color | Bright green (feathery), orange roots |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Deep, loose sandy loam or potting mix with perlite for drainage
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to prevent rot
Full sun required for root development; indoors needs high intensity grow lights
Apply balanced fertilizer at planting, reduce nitrogen during root bulking
Thin seedlings early to prevent crowding; remove flower stalks if grown for foliage
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