Root

Carrot

Use deep pots and stone-free compost for straight roots.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Regular

Soil

Deep, loose, stone-free

Difficulty

Medium

Container

Yes

Edible part

Root

rootpatio

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Thompson & Morgan offers carrot seed varieties bred for heavy UK clay soils and cooler growing seasons.

Crocus

Crocus supplies deep containers ideal for growing carrots in small London gardens and patios.

Suttons

Suttons provides heritage and modern carrot seeds suited to the UK's temperate climate and rainfall.