Kuroda Carrot Organic Seeds (Daucus carota) Sweet, juicy, and deep-orange roots bred for warmth. Great for juicing, roasting, and fresh eating in warmer climates

Minimum: 100+ Seeds

Sweet. Heat-Tolerant. Deep Orange Goodness.

Say hello to your new go-to carrot for warmer climates: Kuroda. This heirloom-style, Japanese-bred variety produces thick, deep-orange roots with a sweet, juicy flavor that stands up to the heat. Perfect for gardeners in the South or anyone growing in warm zones where traditional carrots struggle.

Kuroda carrots are shorter and stouter than standard Nantes types but boast incredibly tender texture and flavor, even when grown in compact or sandy soils. Whether you're juicing, roasting, or snacking fresh from the garden, Kuroda delivers unmatched sweetness and crunch.

🌿 Why Grow Kuroda Carrots?

• ☀️ Heat-Tolerant – Specially bred to thrive in warmer growing regions

• 🧃 Super Sweet & Juicy – Excellent for juicing, roasting, and raw snacks

• 🥕 Deep-Orange Roots – Nutrient-rich with classic carrot flavor

• ⏳ Quick-Maturing – Fast-growing and great for succession planting

• 🌱 Organic & Open-Pollinated – Ideal for seed saving and sustainable gardening

🥗 Best Uses:

• Fresh eating right from the garden

• Sweet carrot juice and smoothies

• Roasted veggie trays and stews

• Grated into salads or slaws

• Baby food and purees

• Fall or spring garden staples in Zones 7+

📊 Planting & Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Daucus carota

• Type: Biennial grown as an annual

• Sunlight: Full sun to light shade

• Soil: Loose, deep, well-drained soil

• Seed Depth: ¼ inch

• Spacing: Thin to 1–2 inches apart

• Row Spacing: 12–18 inches

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Days to Maturity: 70–80 days

• Root Shape: Stout, blunt-tipped, 6–8 inches long

• Zones: USDA 3–10 (spring and fall crop in hot zones)

• Companions: Onions, lettuce, tomatoes, and radishes

🧠 Pro Tips:

• Sow shallow and keep consistently moist until germination

• Thin early to avoid overcrowding and ensure root development

• Add compost to loosen heavy soils and boost sweetness

• For best flavor, harvest when roots are plump and smooth

🥕 A Carrot Made for the Heat

If your summers run hot and your soil runs stubborn, Kuroda is the answer. This tropical-savvy carrot turns up the sweetness while standing up to the sun. It’s an ideal choice for Southern gardens, raised beds, and warm-climate harvests.