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Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Carrots, Daucus carota, are easy to grow and taste much sweeter than those bought commercially. They are an excellent source of Vitamin A and antioxidants. For best results grow in free-draining soil, such as sandy soil, which warms up quickly in spring, aiding germination. Prepare soil well to remove stones, otherwise the roots may fork, and cover seedlings with horticultural fleece to prevent carrot root fly from laying eggs in the crop.

Daucus carota 'Cascade' is a particularly sweet carrot, and may be grown as baby carrots or left to mature. The roots store well over winter.

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Daucus ‘Cascade’ and wildlife

Daucus ‘Cascade’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Daucus ‘Cascade’ poisonous?

Daucus ‘Cascade’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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