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13 of the Best Carrot Varieties to Grow at Home

Vegetables Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus), Root Crops, Umbellifers (Apiaceae)

Carrots – whether roasted, raw, tossed up in a stir fry, cooked in a cake, or used to create a snowman’s nose, everyone loves this popular and versatile veggie. From your standard orange variety, to purple and even rainbow carrots, read on to find out about the best varieties to grow at home now!

How to Grow Carrots in Containers

Containers Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus), Root Crops, Umbellifers (Apiaceae)

You might think that growing root vegetables like carrots in containers is hard, if not impossible. However, it has become the only way I will grow potatoes or carrots. One large round planter can yield between thirty and forty carrots per harvest; depending on weather, variety, and how many you plant. My favorite advantage is …