Carrot - Thumbelina

Do successive planting every 3 weeks until 70 days before the first fall frost. The single most important factor in growing carrots is to have a deep, clod and rock free, well drained soil. The first sowing should be 2 to 4 weeks before the last frost. 5 inches thick, almost round orange carrot. Carrot seed germinates in soils as cold as 45 degrees, but performs best in warm soils. Because of its small size, it is great for shallow, clay soils and containers. In very warm climates carrots are grown primarily in the fall. 5 to 2 inch long and 1. The Carrot Thumbelina, 'Daucus carota var staivus (hybrid)', is a small round gourmet carrot with a magnificent, very sweet flavor. Even moisture is essential. Thumbelina was a 1992 All America Winner and is great in heavy soils and pots. A 50% peat moss mix with the soil is ideal. No excuses for condo/apartment dweller for not growing their own veggies. The Thumbelina is a 1. ... get more information