Danvers 126

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

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Sweet, carrot-scented earthiness meets a bright, honeyed crunch in Danvers 126—an heirloom-style Danvers Carrot prized for its rich flavor and dependable performance.

At maturity, the roots develop a classic tapered shape with a smooth, firm texture and a vivid orange core that stays tender and flavorful. Ideal for roasting trays, fresh snacking, and vibrant sauces, Danvers 126 brings reliable color and satisfying bite to every garden harvest.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Taproot

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Danvers 126 Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Aug 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 28th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 22nd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 17th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 13th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 10th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 4th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 20th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

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

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Danvers 126 lands in the sweet spot between garden-elegant and workhorse: firm enough to roast hard and caramelize at the edges, yet still tender in the center for crunching raw. I like it with bright acid and warm spice—lemon and ginger keep the sweetness from tipping flat.

Best Uses

roasting in high-heat trays for caramelized edges and a juicy interior
raw snacking sticks with flaky salt and citrus
quick sauté or glaze where the root holds its bite
blended carrot puree/sauce for a smooth, sweet body

Flavor Profile

honeyed sweetness carrot-scented earthiness snappy, tender crunch sweet-orange core that stays firm when cooked

Kitchen Pairings

ginger honey butter olive oil cumin lemon

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem commonly affects Daucus carota (carrot) and how can I manage it?

Carrots (Daucus carota) are frequently damaged by carrot rust fly, whose larvae tunnel into roots. Cover seeded beds with fine insect netting until the tops reach about 6–8 in tall, keep the soil lightly worked to disrupt egg-laying, and remove any infested, forked, or hollow-root carrots promptly so the life cycle doesn’t continue.

How often should I water Danvers 126 (Daucus carota) during active root growth?

During the main root-growing phase, keep the soil consistently evenly moist—typically about 1 in of water per week, adjusted for rainfall and heat. Water deeply when the top 1 in of soil dries; avoid letting it swing dry-to-wet because carrots are prone to cracking and misshapen roots.

How do I tell when Danvers 126 carrots are ready to harvest?

Harvest around 70 days after sowing, but start checking early by gently pulling one carrot to gauge root size. Danvers 126 is ready when the shoulders are well-formed and the roots are thick enough to fill the bed’s expected diameter; don’t wait for tops to look wilted, since over-aged roots can get woody.