Daucus carota 'Short N Sweet' (Short n Sweet Carrot)
Botanical Information
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Daucus |
| Species | carota |
| Cultivar | 'Short N Sweet' |
| Synonyms | Umbelliferae |
| Category | Annuals |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Sweet, edible carrots. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 2 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 0 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -46 - (-40) |
| Temperature (°F) | -50 - (-40) |
| Height | 25 cm |
| Flowering Period | July, August |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A sweet-tasting carrot up to 10 cm in length, bread for heavier soils. |
| Landscape | Excellent addition to any kitchen garden. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun in a well-drained soil. |
| Pests | Aphids are a nuisance. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |