Lunar White Carrots

Lunar White carrot is a unique heirloom variety, celebrated for its creamy moon-white roots that practically glow in the garden or on the plate. These carrots offer a mild, sweet flavour and crisp texture, making them perfect for fresh eating, roasting, or steaming. Lunar White carrots are especially delicious when picked young as baby carrots, and their almost coreless roots ensure a tender bite every time.

Key Features of Lunar White Carrot Seeds

• Heirloom, open-pollinated, and non-GMO seeds
• Produces tapered, creamy white roots with light green shoulders
• Sweet, mild flavour develops early—ideal for baby carrots and mature roots
• Crisp, crunchy texture and almost coreless roots
• Adaptable to a wide range of Canadian climates and soil types
• Reliable performance and high yields
• Suitable for spring and summer sowing

Planting and Growing Lunar White Carrots

• Sow seeds directly outdoors 2–4 weeks before the last spring frost, or 90 days before fall frost
• Plant seeds 0.5–1 cm deep, spaced 1–2 cm apart in rows 45–60 cm apart
• Thin seedlings to 4–10 cm apart for larger roots
• Choose a sunny location with loose, sandy, well-drained soil free of rocks
• Maintain consistent moisture; mulch during hot weather to keep soil cool
• Days to maturity: 60–75 days

Care Tips

• Water regularly to prevent splitting and promote even growth
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Feed with a balanced organic fertilizer every 4–6 weeks
• Monitor for pests such as carrot rust fly and aphids; use row covers or insecticidal soap if needed
• Thin seedlings carefully to avoid overcrowding

Harvesting & Storing

• Harvest when roots reach desired size—baby carrots are especially sweet and tender
• Store trimmed roots at 2°C and high humidity for long-term freshness
• Enjoy Lunar White carrots raw, roasted, or steamed—their mild flavour and creamy colour are perfect for all culinary uses

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do Lunar White carrots need full sun? Yes—at least 6–8 hours daily.
• When should I plant Lunar White carrot seeds? Sow outdoors 2–4 weeks before the last frost, or in midsummer for a fall crop.
• Can I grow Lunar White carrots in containers? Yes—use deep containers with loose, well-drained soil.