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Easy to grow. Sow Direct in rows. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed.
Best planted at soil temperatures between 8°C and 30°C.

Over fertilised ground will produce split roots. Protect against carrot fly.

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January: water well

September: broadcast sow

Culinary hints - cooking and eating Carrot

Steamed or raw carrots are tasty.
They can be added to most casserole dishes.
Grate raw carrots and add to salads

Your comments and tips

16 Dec 07 Liz Hutchinson (Unknown climate)

If you want repeat crops, try to use another part of your garden to prevent carrot fly infestation.

28 Apr 08 terry george (Unknown climate)

not atip but a question why is it that every season i have a problem with my carrots having them eaton by some type of insect or grub,is there something i can spray with,they are still edible but do not look that good

29 Apr 08 matthew (Unknown climate)

it could be cockchafers, there are a number remedies available (if you are not organic) from your local garden supply store more for your lawn though but can still be used in the garden

28 May 08 Michelle (Unknown climate)

Bunnings sells organic sprays for all sorts of crop from around $10 (for the better ones).

08 Jul 08 Joy (Australia - temperate climate)

Terry, have you thought about birds... they seem to love my carret leaves and have gnawed them to the ground in no time. I have just had to string fishing line over the entire vege garden in an attempt to keep them out. Has anyone else got any ideas how to keep birds out... they are also stealing my eggs, no matter what I do they find a way in!!!