Danvers Carrot – 250 Seeds

Grow a true American classic with our Danvers Carrot seeds — a treasured heirloom variety that has been a garden staple since the 1870s. Each packet contains approximately 250 heirloom, open-pollinated, Non-GMO seeds that produce beautiful, deep orange, cone-shaped carrots prized for their rich, sweet flavor and exceptional versatility. From fresh snacking to soups and roasting, the Danvers carrot delivers consistent results season after season.

What sets this variety apart is its remarkable tolerance for heavy or clay soils — a trait that makes it one of the most dependable choices for home gardeners across a wide range of growing conditions. It is also an outstanding storage carrot, allowing you to enjoy your harvest for months after picking.

⭐ What you'll love

• Classic all-purpose carrot with a rich, sweet flavor
• Performs better in heavy or clay soils than most other carrot varieties
• Excellent long-term storage carrot — enjoy your harvest for months
• Reliable, productive American heirloom — grown and trusted since the 1870s
• Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO — save seeds year after year

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Danvers Carrot (Daucus carota)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 250 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Biennial, grown as an annual
• Mature Height: 12–18 inch tops; roots 6–8 inches
• Days to Maturity: 65–75 days
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3–10
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow outdoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost date; succession sow every few weeks for a continuous harvest
• Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep
• Spacing: Sow 1–2 inches apart; thin seedlings to 2–3 inches apart
• Light: Full Sun (6+ hours daily)
• Soil: Prefers loose, well-draining soil; more tolerant of heavy soil than most carrot varieties
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist to prevent splitting and forking

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and printed
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage
• Eco-friendly and recyclable — contains no plastic
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates
• Custom packets available for weddings, baby showers, or events — just message us!

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