Growing Carrots in Newfoundland & Labrador
Carrots do well here, and cool nights make them sweeter. The main challenge is slow germination in cold spring soil. Sow directly, keep the seedbed moist, and use deep, stone-free soil.
When should I plant carrots?
Timing can vary substantially across Newfoundland & Labrador. Choose your community for a more local answer.
Common questions
When should I sow carrots?
Timing depends a lot on where you are in Newfoundland & Labrador. Choose your community above for dates based on its frost record.
Why aren't my carrots coming up?
Cold or dry soil. Carrots can take weeks to germinate in early spring. Keep the surface moist and be patient. Covering the row with a board or cloth helps.
What soil is best?
Loose, deep and stone-free. Raised beds help a lot on rocky or clay-heavy lots.
What commonly goes wrong?
Patchy germination, forked roots in stony soil, and carrot rust fly. Row cover helps keep the flies off.
When can I harvest?
From mid-summer. Leave some in the ground into fall, because flavour improves after light frosts.
Varieties to look for
- Short or medium-length roots for heavy soil
- Early-maturing types
Spacing
5 cm apart, rows 25 cm
Local guides
Also see: Growing Potatoes · Growing Onions
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