Ingot

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Sweet as polished amber, Ingot carrots mature into long, tapered Nantes roots with a smooth, satiny skin and a crisp, juicy bite.

Their flavor is notably rich and balanced—brightly sweet with a gentle earthiness—making them a standout for roasting, fresh snacking, and vibrant sauces. Grow Ingot for a tidy garden harvest: uniform, dependable roots that hold their quality beautifully through the season.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Taproot

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Ingot 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)	55
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Ingot Nantes carrots are built for bite—crisp, juicy, and sweet right through, so they don’t turn woolly even when they’re roasted hard. Use them anywhere you want clean caramelization or a satiny purée, and keep your seasoning aromatic rather than heavy-handed (ginger/citrus/ground spice hits perfectly).

Best Uses

roasting on high heat for caramelized edges and a juicy interior
shaved or raw snacking sticks that stay snappy under light dressings
quick carrot purée for silky, naturally sweet sauces
glazing in butter/honey to highlight the Nantes taper

Flavor Profile

bright, polished sweetness crisp, juicy snap with tender core gentle earthiness without bitterness

Kitchen Pairings

ginger cumin orange butter honey goat cheese

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat Alternaria leaf blight or early blight on Daucus carota (carrot)?

Alternaria leaf blight shows up as brown to dark lesions on carrot leaves, often spreading during warm, humid weather. Remove and discard infected foliage early, then avoid wetting the leaves with irrigation; water at the soil line in the morning. If disease pressure is high, apply a labeled fungicide appropriate for edible roots/foliage and follow the product’s re-entry interval and pre-harvest days.

During the main growth phase, how often should I water carrots (Daucus carota var. sativus) and what soil moisture level should I maintain?

Once seeds are up, keep the top 2–3 inches of soil consistently evenly moist so roots form straight and uninterrupted growth. In typical home gardens that means watering about 1 inch per week total, split into 2–3 sessions during hot or windy periods, and reducing frequency only when the soil stays moist and cool. Avoid letting the bed dry out completely and then soaking heavily, because carrots are prone to cracking and root deformities.

What signs tell me my carrots (Daucus carota var. sativus) are ready to harvest around 70 days?

Harvest when the shoulders of the roots are well filled—typically when you can clearly see a bright orange (or cultivar-typical) top emerging above the soil line. For a precise check, gently pull one carrot to confirm the root diameter; mature roots generally match the size you’re aiming for and feel firm. Don’t wait for long delays after the roots are fully sized, because prolonged time in the ground can lead to woodier texture.