vegetable variety in zone 5a
Atomic Red carrot in zone 5a
Atomic Red · Daucus carota subsp. sativus
- Zone
- 5a -20°F to -15°F
- Growing season
- 150 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Atomic Red
Mild, slightly bitter raw, sweet when cooked; deep red roots that turn brighter with cooking. Roasting, soups. Lycopene-rich, novelty for color.
Critical timing for zone 5a
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Common challenges in zone 5a
- ▸ Fire blight in pears
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Late spring frosts
Modified care for zone 5a
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Atomic Red in adjacent zones
Other carrot varieties for zone 5a
- Chantenay Red Core
Sweet, juicy, broad shoulders tapering to a stubby point; copes with shallow or rocky soil. Fresh, juicing, so…
- Cosmic Purple
Sweet, mild, novelty deep purple skin with orange core; holds purple when cooked briefly. Fresh, salads. Antho…
- Danvers Half Long
Sweet, slightly stronger flavor; tapered orange roots that handle heavier soil. Fresh, cooking, storage. Herit…
- Nantes
Sweet, crisp, very low bitterness; cylindrical orange roots with blunt tips. Fresh, juicing, salads, the snack…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Atomic Red carrot grow in zone 5a?
Yes. Atomic Red is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7b, which includes zone 5a.
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Image: "Carrots at Ljubljana Central Market", by domdomegg, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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