Type
Danvers, open-pollinated
Carrot variety
Danvers 126 Carrot
A dependable medium-long carrot with strong tops and good tolerance of heavier soils. It is a classic all-purpose home-garden variety.
Days to maturity
65 to 75
Best for
fresh eating, storage, difficult soils
About Danvers 126
Danvers 126 is a classic open-pollinated carrot with broad shoulders, a tapered root, and strong orange color. It is valued for adaptability, especially in heavier soils where long slender types struggle.
Growing Danvers 126 Carrot
Loosen the soil as deeply as practical, but this variety is forgiving of less-than-perfect ground. Harvest once roots color fully and shoulders size up, before they become coarse with age.
Full growing guide
For planting dates, care, and harvest that apply to all carrots, see the complete guide.
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Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; performance varies by climate, soil, and season. Seed and plant availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.