Danvers Half Long

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Sweet, earthy-sweet fragrance rises as you pull Danvers Half Long—its roots are long and elegantly tapered, with a smooth, crisp texture that feels almost polished in the hand.

Deep orange flesh holds a tender bite and dependable uniformity, making it a standout for roasting trays, fresh crunch, and vibrant sauces that glow with color. A classic Danvers profile for gardeners who want reliable performance and a harvest that looks as good as it tastes at the table.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Taproot

Botanical illustration of Danvers Half Long

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Danvers Half Long 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 8th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 29th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 29th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Aug 2nd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 29th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 27th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 22nd – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 18th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 15th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 9th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jul 4th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 24th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 15th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 6th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 20th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 25th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Taproot
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	55
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Danvers Half Long earns its seat by giving you a polished, uniformly crisp bite—ideal for roasting where it caramelizes without turning mealy. Its sweet-earth profile plays best with warm spice (ginger/cumin) or bright acid (lemon) to keep the flavor singing, not flat.

Best Uses

roasting on high heat so the edges caramelize while the centers stay crisp-tender
shredding for slaws where the strands stay springy under dressing
quick glazing or honey-buttering to highlight natural sugars
blending into a smooth, silky orange puree or vibrant soup foundation

Flavor Profile

sweet, clean carrot sweetness earthy-sweet fragrance crisp snappy bite with tender interior deep orange, lightly grassy freshness that softens with heat

Kitchen Pairings

ginger cumin garlic honey butter or olive oil lemon

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Daucus carota var. sativus (carrot) and how do I control it at home?

Watch for carrot rust fly: its eggs hatch near the base, larvae tunnel into roots, and plants may look stunted or off-color. Use row covers immediately after sowing until you see flowering, thin promptly to reduce stress, and remove any damaged roots to prevent ongoing infestation. If you’ve had issues before, practice rotating beds and avoid planting carrots where other Apiaceae were grown the previous season.

How often should I water Danvers Half Long carrots during the 60–75 day root-filling phase?

During main root growth, keep the soil consistently evenly moist—about 1 inch of water per week total, split into 2–3 smaller waterings if it’s hot or windy. Water deeply enough to reach 4–6 inches (where roots expand), but avoid letting the bed dry out and then flood, which commonly causes root cracking or splitting.

How can I tell when Daucus carota var. sativus (Danvers Half Long) is ready to harvest?

Begin checking around 70–75 days from sowing: the shoulders should be well-formed and the top of the root should clearly show above the soil. For best texture, harvest when the root is about the thickness you want and before it gets too woody—pull one to confirm length and firmness, then harvest the rest promptly.