Juane Du Doubs

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Sink your senses into Juane Du Doubs—an Imperator carrot that ripens to a rich, sun-warmed orange with a wonderfully crisp, fine-grained bite.

At maturity it forms long, tapered roots with a clean, smooth surface and a sweet, carrot-forward flavor that shines whether you enjoy them fresh or bring them to life in roasts, glazes, and hearty sauces. Grow it for dependable performance and a harvest that looks as impressive as it tastes—straight, elegant roots ready at about 78 days.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 78 DaysHabit: Taproot

Botanical illustration of Juane Du Doubs

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 12th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	78
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Taproot
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Juane Du Doubs Imperator carrots hit with real, front-of-the-mouth sweetness and a fine-grained snap that doesn’t collapse under heat. Roast or glaze them and they caramelize cleanly, staying elegant rather than turning watery.

Best Uses

shaved or baton-cut for quick raw crunch with salty dressings
roasted whole or thick-cut until caramelized at the edges
glazed carrots where their firm texture holds a lacquer
pureed into silky carrot soup that stays bright instead of starchy

Flavor Profile

sweet, carrot-forward flavor crisp fine-grained bite sun-warmed orange sweetness with a clean finish

Kitchen Pairings

butter honey ginger thyme parmesan balsamic vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem is most common on Daucus carota (carrot) and how do I fix it?

Look for leaf spots and fungal “top” blight that show up as dark, spreading lesions on carrot foliage, especially when the bed stays wet and crowded. Water at the soil line, thin seedlings so leaves aren’t touching, and remove heavily affected foliage to slow spread. If problems persist, apply a labeled copper-based fungicide and rotate away from Apiaceae beds the next season.

How often should I water carrots (Daucus carota) during the main growing phase?

During the 6–10 week root-forming period, keep the top 2–3 inches of soil consistently moist but not soggy—about 1 inch of water per week total, adjusted for heat and rainfall. Water deeply to encourage straight, thick roots, then let the surface begin to dry slightly before watering again. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely and then soaking, which can cause cracking and forked roots.

How can I tell when “Juane Du Doubs” carrots (Daucus carota var. sativus) are ready to harvest?

Start checking around day ~78, when the shoulders of the roots are clearly sized and visible at the soil surface. A good sign is when roots feel firm and have reached the cultivar’s expected thickness; don’t wait for oversized roots, which can get woody. Loosen the soil with a fork and pull by the tops—harvest on a dry day for the least damage.