vegetable variety in zone 5b
Danvers Half Long carrot in zone 5b
Danvers Half Long · Daucus carota subsp. sativus
- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Danvers Half Long
Sweet, slightly stronger flavor; tapered orange roots that handle heavier soil. Fresh, cooking, storage. Heritage 1870s American variety, the root-cellar standard.
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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Danvers Half Long in adjacent zones
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- Atomic Red
Mild, slightly bitter raw, sweet when cooked; deep red roots that turn brighter with cooking. Roasting, soups.…
- 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…
- Nantes
Sweet, crisp, very low bitterness; cylindrical orange roots with blunt tips. Fresh, juicing, salads, the snack…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Danvers Half Long carrot grow in zone 5b?
Yes. Danvers Half Long is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 8a, which includes zone 5b.
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