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Annual Biennial

Daucus carota
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wild carrot

A tap-rooted biennial, its solid, ridged stems reaching 75cm in height. In summer it bears white umbel flowers, tinged pink in bud and sometimes in flower, the very central floret is dark red. Only this flower produces nectar. It can be identified from other umbellifers by the 3 forked bracts below the flowerhead. After flowering, these turn inwards giving the appearance of delicate baskets

Other common names
moronen y maes
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
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pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Pink White Green
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or East–facing or °Â±ð²õ³Ù–f²¹³¦¾±²Ô²µ

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Apiaceae
Native to the UK
Yes
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy, Clump forming
Genus

Daucus are more commonly known as wild carrot, a group of herbaceous, biennial (although not always) plants which can reach a height of between 30 to 60cm. The triangular shaped leaves are tripinnate, divided and lacy and flowers begin in pink buds, opening into small and white clustered together in dense umbels. The fruit is small, hairy and lumpy.

Name status

Correct

Plant range
Europe to India

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in light, well-drained, deep soils in full sun. Wild carrot is an ancestor of all cultivated carrot varieties, see carrots cultivation page for more advice

Propagation

Propagate from seed sown in situ between February and July, early sowings should be protected with cloches or biodegradable fleece. Sow thinly to avoid having to thin out seedlings, as this can attract carrot fly

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to carrot fly and slugs snails when young

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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