Description

Tendersweet Carrot is a flavorful heirloom variety celebrated for its long, slender roots, deep orange color, and exceptionally sweet taste. This productive carrot produces smooth, tender roots with a fine texture that is excellent for fresh eating, juicing, cooking, and storage.

Known for its rich flavor and dependable yields, Tendersweet develops nearly coreless roots that remain crisp and sweet even at larger sizes. Its vigorous growth and adaptability make it a popular choice for home gardeners and market growers seeking high-quality carrots throughout the growing season.

• Type: Heirloom biennial grown as an annual
• Direct sow: Early spring through midsummer
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 2–3 inches
• Root size: 7–9 inches long
• Days to harvest: 70–75 days

Carrots thrive in loose, fertile, stone-free soil with consistent moisture to support straight, even root development. Thin seedlings early to prevent crowding and encourage larger roots. Harvest promptly once roots reach mature size for the best sweetness, texture, and color.

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