Autumn King Carrot, Heirloom Seeds

Autumn King Carrot, Heirloom Seeds — The Big, Heavy Main Crop Carrot That Stays Good in the Ground All Winter

Autumn King (Daucus carota) is the main crop carrot for serious gardeners — a big, heavy Imperator-type variety producing bright-orange roots up to 12 inches long and 2½ inches in diameter, with strong upright tops reaching 14–16 inches. Excellent flavor and good orange color, Autumn King does well in heavy soil and can remain in the ground for a long time without spoiling — making it an outstanding choice for late-season harvest and winter storage. 85 days.

Why Grow Autumn King?

• Big, heavy main crop carrot — up to 12 inches long, 2½ inches diameter
• Stays good in the ground all winter — no spoiling, harvest when you’re ready
• Does well in heavy soil — more forgiving than most long-rooted varieties
• Excellent flavor and color — bright orange, satisfying and productive
• Versatile in the kitchen — fresh, salads, juices, and preserves
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors 2–4 weeks before last frost or in late summer for fall/winter harvest. Sow seeds ⅛ inch deep in loose, deep, well-draining soil. Thin to 2–3 inches apart. Full sun. Keep soil consistently moist. Harvest at 85 days or leave in ground for extended storage.

Packed and shipped by Box Garden Seeds LLC — heirloom seeds grown without GMOs, selected for flavor, resilience, and your garden’s success.