GardenHow to grow carrot
गाजर. When to sow it in each part of India, how deep, how far apart, what size of pot, and what to watch for.
When to sow
North and central plainsAugust to November
South and coastal IndiaAugust to November
HillsMarch to July
Green months are the usual sowing or planting time. Dates shift by a few weeks from place to place.
How to sow and grow
- Method
- Sow the seed straight where the plant will grow.
- Depth
- 0.5 to 1 cm
- Spacing
- Thin to 5 to 8 cm apart
- In a pot
- A box or pot at least 30 cm deep
- Sprouts in
- 10 to 20 days
- Harvest
- 70 to 100 days
- Sun
- Full sun: at least 6 hours a day
Tips from the garden
- Use loose, stone-free soil with sand or cocopeat mixed in. Lumps and stones make forked carrots.
- The seed is slow and must stay moist until it sprouts. Cover the row with a thin layer of cocopeat or a wet jute cloth for the first week.
- Thin the seedlings without mercy. Crowded carrots stay thin.
What can go wrong
Green shoulders mean the top of the root was in sunlight. Pull a little soil over the shoulders as they swell.
Sown around the same time
New to growing from seed? Read how to sow seeds and the balcony and terrace garden guide.
Questions people ask
When is carrot sown in north India?
In the plains of north and central India, the usual sowing or planting months for carrot are August to November.
How long does carrot take to grow?
Usually 70 to 100 days.
Can carrot be grown in a pot?
Yes. A box or pot at least 30 cm deep.