Adelaide

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Experience the sweet, crisp delight of Adelaide Nantes Carrots, known for their vibrant orange hue and tender texture.

With a flavor profile that is both earthy and subtly sweet, these carrots are perfect for fresh eating and add a delightful crunch to salads. Their uniform size and smooth skin make them a gardener's favorite for both home harvests and market sales.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Taproot

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jul 4th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Taproot
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	55
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Adelaide is a Nantes-type: think smaller, uniform, and sweet with a crisp bite—no need to coax it with long, aggressive cooking. Use it where texture matters (raw or lightly heat), and it’ll stay bright and tender instead of getting earthy or fibrous.

Best Uses

raw ribbons or coins in salad where they stay snappy
quick sauté or steam-finish to preserve sweetness
roasting to glaze in their own sugars without turning bitter at the edges
carrot purée/soups where the texture goes silky without tasting starchy

Flavor Profile

sweet, clean carrot sugar tender crunch with low woodiness gentle earthiness

Kitchen Pairings

olive oil ginger cumin butter lemon

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I manage powdery mildew on Adelaide plants?

Powdery mildew shows up as a white, powdery coating on Adelaide leaves and can quickly reduce yield in warm, humid spells. At the first signs, remove the most affected leaves, improve airflow by spacing plants, and avoid wetting foliage when watering. If it keeps spreading, spray an approved sulfur or potassium bicarbonate product, reapplying according to the label until symptoms stop.

How often should I water Adelaide during the 70-day growing phase?

Water Adelaide deeply so the root zone is evenly moist, aiming for about 1 inch of water per week, with more during hot, dry stretches. Let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly between waterings to prevent soggy conditions, then water again thoroughly. Consistent moisture matters most from transplanting/seedling establishment through flowering and pod fill; don’t let it swing between bone-dry and waterlogged.

How can I tell when Adelaide is ready to harvest?

Adelaide is typically ready around day 70, when the edible parts reach their full size and the texture looks firm and usable (not soft or shriveled). Check a few plants: harvest when most specimens on the plant match the mature size/color, before quality declines. If you’re unsure, pick one and taste—harvest at the first sign of peak tenderness/flavor for your variety.