Yellow Carrot (Desi Seeds)

Product Description

• Germination Time: 10-14 days
• Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, in full sun
• Ideal Climate for Sowing: Cool season crop; suitable for early spring and fall planting
• Plant Height: 12-18 inches
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of well-aged compost or organic vegetable fertilizer per plant per month
• Life Span: 5-6 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 15-25°C
• Harvesting Time: 70-80 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag, 12x24 grow bag, 18x12x9 rectangular grow bag, 24x24x12 grow bed
• Number of Seeds: 100+

Specifications of Yellow Carrot Seeds

Yellow carrots are a vibrant addition to any garden, prized for their sweet flavor and unique color. These open-pollinated seeds are perfect for growing in various containers or directly in the ground.

Benefits / Uses of Yellow Carrots

• Rich in beta-carotene, essential for eye health and immunity
• Sweet, crisp texture makes them ideal for salads, snacks, and cooking
• Open-pollinated seeds allow for seed saving and future planting

Planting and Care for Yellow Carrots

• Sowing Yellow Carrot Seeds: Plant seeds in well-draining soil, 1/4 inch deep. Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge.
• Growing Yellow Carrots: Requires cool temperatures and consistent moisture. Thin seedlings to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper root development.
• Harvesting Yellow Carrots: Harvest when roots reach 6-8 inches in length. Use a garden fork to gently lift carrots from the soil.

Precautions While Growing Yellow Carrots

• Use loose, sandy soil amended with compost for best results.
• Protect against pests like carrot rust flies by using row covers or planting companion plants like onions or leeks.
• Monitor soil moisture to prevent cracking and promote uniform growth.

Common Problems and Solutions

• Susceptibility to carrot rust flies and aphids; control with organic insecticides or companion planting.
• Maintain soil pH around 6.0-6.8 for optimal nutrient uptake and growth.
• Rotate crops annually to prevent soil-borne diseases and pests.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Daucus carota
• English: Yellow Carrot
• Hindi: पीला गाजर (Pila Gajar)
• Telugu: పసుపు కందిప్పలు (Pasupu Kandipalu)
• Tamil: மஞ்சள் கேரட் (Manjaḷ Kēraṭ)
• Kannada: ಹಳದಿ ಗಜರ (Halaḍi Gajara)
• Malayalam: മഞ്ഞ കാരറ്റ് (Maṇṇa Kāraṭṭ)
• Bengali: হলুদ গাজর (Holud Gajar)

No. of Yellow Carrot Seeds in a Packet

• 100+ seeds