Hercules Carrot Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Hercules is a cool season carrot variety grown for its smooth, deep orange roots and strong upright foliage. It is suitable for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and deep containers. The plants grow best in loose, fertile, well drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture.

Features

• Produces smooth deep orange roots
• Uniform carrot shape
• Cool season vegetable crop
• Suitable for home gardens and raised beds
• Suitable for deep containers
• Grows well in full sun
• Prefers loose, well drained soil
• Suitable for seasonal planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
• Common Name (US): Carrot
• Seed Type / Variety: Hercules
• Growth Habit: Biennial root vegetable
• USDA Zones: 3 to 10
• Planting Season: Early spring or late summer
• Growing Season: Spring and fall
• Sowing Season: Spring or late summer
• Sowing Months: March to May, July to September
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10 to 21 days at 13 to 24°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Loose, fertile, well drained sandy loam
• Watering Needs: Moderate and consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 30 to 45 cm height
• Plant Spacing: 5 to 8 cm