Oxheart Carrot Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Seeds for Home Gardens

Oxheart is a cool season carrot variety known for its short, thick, orange roots and compact growth. It is suitable for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers with moderate soil depth. The plants grow best in loose, fertile, well drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture.

Features

• Produces short, thick orange roots
• Compact root shape
• Cool season vegetable crop
• Suitable for home gardens and raised beds
• Suitable for container planting
• 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: Oxheart
• 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: 25 to 40 cm height
• Plant Spacing: 8 to 10 cm