Kuroda Carrot

Be sure to check out our Carrot Growing Guide to learn more about how to successfully grow carrots at home. Kuroda Carrot is an heirloom carrot variety that originated in Japan. This chantenay-type carrot is shorter, with broad shoulders and a less-pronounced taper from top to bottom. These short, stocky carrots are renowned for their flavor, texture, and sweetness. Kuroda Carrots performs exceptionally well in warmer climates, where growing traditional varieties may be difficult. While they can be overwintered, they perform well when grown in spring as temperatures are warming. Because they are a chantenay-type, they also are great for hard clay or rocky soils. Carrots grow best when planted during the cooler times of the year in early spring or fall. Carrots prefer a soil temperature around 75 degrees for optimal germination. They will perform best when direct-seeded and are not a good crop to transplant. Carrots require constant, adequate moisture throughout the germination process.