Yaya

Carrot

Zone 12a Save Garden

🌱 70d to harvest Taproot

Sweet, garden-fresh flavor leads the way with Yaya—an elegant Nantes carrot that ripens to a vivid, warm orange and carries a ten…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jan 1st
Harvest Begins	Mar 12th
Harvest Ends	Dec 31st

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects carrot (Daucus carota var. sativus), and what should I do?

A frequent problem is carrot rust fly, whose larvae tunnel into roots, making them look swollen or bitter and often unmarketable. Use a fine mesh row cover from sowing until tops are well established, and remove any damaged roots promptly so larvae don’t spread. If you see fungal leaf spots, avoid wetting the foliage and improve airflow by thinning early to prevent crowded carrot tops.

How often should I water carrots during the main growing phase?

During active root bulking (after seedlings are established), keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy, aiming for roughly 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week total from rain and irrigation. Water deeply so moisture reaches the developing taproot, and reduce frequency if you see cracking or splitting, which often comes from irregular watering. Mulch lightly to steady moisture, especially in warm weather.

How can I tell when my carrots (Daucus carota var. sativus) are ready to harvest?

Check the roots early by gently brushing aside soil at the shoulder; harvest when the shoulders are at your desired diameter, commonly around 70 days from sowing. Tops won’t always indicate maturity reliably, so use root size as your main cue. Harvest before prolonged hot weather or stress, which can reduce sweetness and cause tougher roots.

Sweet, garden-fresh flavor leads the way with Yaya—an elegant Nantes carrot that ripens to a vivid, warm orange and carries a tender, crisp bite. The roots are smooth and finely tapered, with a satisfying, juicy texture that holds its charm from first harvest through storage. Grow Yaya for reliable, uniform roots and a classic Nantes silhouette prized for fresh bunching and vibrant color in every bed.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.

Expert Note

For best Yaya Nantes flavor, keep the soil consistently moist until germination and thin seedlings early to avoid forked roots.