Resistafly

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Sweet, crisp, and vividly tender—Resistafly Nantes Carrot delivers a clean, honeyed flavor with a fine-grained bite that stays pleasantly snappy.

At maturity, the roots form classic Nantes proportions: smooth, slender-shouldered cylinders with a bright orange core and a neat, uniform finish that’s especially satisfying for fresh use and quick flavoring in everyday recipes. Grow Resistafly for a reliable 75-day season and a harvest that looks as good as it tastes, whether you’re enjoying them straight from the garden or turning them into vibrant sauces and pickles.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Taproot

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Resistafly 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	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Resistafly Nantes has that signature, fine-grained crunch that stays crisp under light heat—so it shines raw, shaved, or quickly roasted rather than stewing into mush. The clean sweetness plays perfectly against acid and fat, making it especially strong in quick pickles, lime-forward salads, and silky carrot purees.

Best Uses

shave into salads for a snappy, even texture
quick pickle rounds for crisp sweetness and color
roast fast on high heat for caramelized edges without drying
blend into silky soup or puree for a smooth, naturally sweet body

Flavor Profile

clean honeyed sweetness fine-grained, juicy crunch tender snap with minimal woody bite bright, carrot-top herbaceous finish

Kitchen Pairings

lime ginger cumin feta butter honey

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects carrots (Daucus carota) and how can I control it in a home garden?

Carrots commonly get Alternaria leaf blight, especially in warm, humid weather, starting as small brown spots on the foliage that spread over time. Remove and discard infected tops, avoid overhead watering, and improve airflow by thinning seedlings to proper spacing. If it keeps progressing, treat with a labeled organic fungicide according to the product label and rotate beds to a non-Apiaceae crop the next season.

How often should I water carrots during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level do they need?

Keep the top 2–3 in. of soil consistently moist once seeds germinate, typically watering 1–2 times per week depending on heat and soil type. Aim for steady moisture—dry spells can cause rough, cracked roots, while overly wet beds can slow growth and increase disease on leaves. Water deeply enough to reach where the roots are actively expanding, then let the surface slightly dry before the next watering.

How do I tell when Resistafly carrots are ready to harvest?

Start checking at about 70–75 days from sowing: the tops should show a shoulder above the soil and the roots should reach your desired diameter (often around 1/2–1 in. for home use). Loosen the soil around a few plants with a fork and pull one to confirm size—if they feel slender, wait a few more days. Harvest promptly once they hit size, because staying too long can make roots woody or less sweet.