Kaleidoscope Mix

Carrot

70d to harvest

A living rainbow in the garden—Kaleidoscope Mix Danvers carrots unfurl with a vivid, candy-striped brilliance that’s as striking as it is delicious. Expect crisp, tender roots with a sweet, carrot-forward flavor and a smooth, fine-grained texture that shines whether you’re enjoying them straight from the patch or turning them into colorful favorites for salads, roasting, and vibrant pickles. Grow this 70-day mix for a front-row display of warm orange, rosy red, and golden tones that mature in a classic Danvers silhouette—uniform, dependable, and irresistibly photogenic.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jul 4th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Recommended Companions

Cortland Onion

Musselburgh Leek

Gorizia Rosemary

Red Wethersfield Onion

American Flag Leek

Arp Rosemary

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common pest or disease for Daucus carota (carrot) and how can I fix it at home?

Carrot root fly can be the main pest, with maggots tunneling in roots and often showing yellowing tops. Cover beds with fine insect netting once seedlings emerge, keep weeds down, and thin promptly so you don’t overcrowd. If you see damage, pull affected plants and remove debris promptly to reduce where the next generation can develop.

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

During active root bulking (roughly after seedlings establish until near maturity), keep the top 2–4 inches of soil consistently evenly moist—typically about 1 inch of water per week total, split into smaller irrigations if it’s hot. Let the soil not dry out completely, because carrots can fork or split after dry spells followed by heavy watering. Water more lightly but more frequently in sandy soils, and avoid puddling or waterlogging.