Danvers 126 Carrot

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About Danvers 126 Carrot

Carrots are a root vegetable, which means they grow underground. Orange carrots are the most recognized, however, carrots can also be red, purple, white, or yellow in color. Carrots are typically planted in the spring and may take anywhere from 2 to 4 months to mature.
  • Botanical Name: Daucus carota L.
  • Common Name: Danvers 126 Carrot
  • Critters or Pests: Leafhoppers, Root Knot Nematodes, Rust Fly, Slugs
  • Family: Apiaceae Lindl.
  • Germination: 15 days
  • Life Cycle: Biennial
  • Medicinal: Yes
  • Heirloom
  • Maturity: 50-60 days
  • Non-GMO
  • Plant Food: FoxFarm Big Bloom for Organic Gardening
  • Roots: Roots 9" to 10"
  • Size: Diameter 12", Height 10"

Companion Plants

  • Chives
  • Leeks
  • Lettuce
  • Peas
  • Radish
  • Rosemary
  • Sage
  • Tomato
  • Wormwood

    • Harvesting Information

    Plants like carrots, beets, cabbage, and cauliflower are harvested only once and then the area can be prepared for the next crop.

    Carrots are usually harvested when the roots are at least 1/2 inch in diameter.

    Nutritional Data

    Important Nutrients

    Vitamin A - essential for vision, healthy skin and tissues, and immune function
    Biotin - helps convert food into energy
    Vitamin K - plays an important role in your immune system
    Phytochemicals - such as beta-carotene and lutein which are carotenoids that support health
    Nutrition Facts
    1 servings per container
    Serving size
    1 cup strips or slices (122g)
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories
    50
    % Daily Value*
    Total Fat
    .293g
    0%
    Saturated Fat
    0.04g
    0%
    Trans Fat
    0g
    Sodium
    84.2mg
    4%
    Total Carbohydrates
    11.7g
    4%
    Dietary Fiber
    3.42g
    12%
    Total Sugars
    5.78g
    12%
    Includes 0g Added Sugars
    0%
    Protein
    1.14g
    2%
    Vitamin A
    IU
    20400IU
    Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
    0.08mg
    7%
    Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
    0.07mg
    5%
    Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
    1.2mg
    7%
    Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
    0.33mg
    7%
    Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
    0.17mg
    10%
    Vitamin B9 (Folate)
    23.2mcg
    6%
    Vitamin C
    7.2mg
    8%
    Vitamin E
    0.81mg
    5%
    Vitamin K (Phylloquinone)
    16.1mcg
    13%
    Calcium
    40.3mg
    3%
    Fluoride
    3.9mcg
    0%
    Iron
    0.36mg
    2%
    Magnesium
    14.6mg
    3%
    Phosphorus
    42.7mg
    3%
    Potassium
    390mg
    8%
    Selenium
    0.12mcg
    0%
    * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
    Nutritional details are an estimate and should only be used as a guide for approximation.
    Data Source: Raw Carrots
    USDA Food Data Central
    https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170393/nutrients
    -- Represents data that is not available.

    Remedies With Carrot