Vegetable · Apiaceae family
carrot
Daucus carota subsp. sativus
In short a 10-second read
Carrot (vegetable) grows to 0.2–0.3 m tall and 0.05–0.1 m wide when mature. It grows best in full sun, in average soil. Sow in March–July. Harvest in June–October.
× spread 0.05–0.1 m
Where to plant
Sun and soil.
It grows best in full sun, in average soil.
Sun
Elsewhere it will grow less well.
Soil and water
average · watering: little
Soil: sandy, loamy
How much space it takes
Mature size.
The mature plant next to a person (175 cm).
Next to a person
The final size depends on the cultivar and the spot — we give the range from smallest to largest.
Calendar
What to do and when.
Months for Central Europe. The line shows the current month.
The year at a glance
Sowing
direct sowing: March–July
Harvest
June–October
Winter protection
does not overwinter
Frequently asked
Quick answers.
When do I sow carrot?
In March–July (direct sowing).
When is carrot harvested?
In June–October.
Does carrot tolerate shade?
No, it needs full sun.
How much space does carrot need?
At maturity 0.05–0.1 m wide and 0.2–0.3 m tall; recommended spacing 9 cm.
Where the data comes from
We compared the data in 4 expert sources. Last checked 20 October 2026.
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