Overview
Daucus carota 'Lunar White' is a bushy, clump forming annual biennial in the genus Daucus, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Daucus carota 'Lunar White' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens and cottage and informal garden.
About
Daucus carota 'Lunar White' is a cultivar of the wild carrot genus Daucus, which comprises herbaceous plants often biennial in nature. This cultivar forms a bushy, clump-forming habit with deciduous foliage, thriving best in full sun and well-drained fertile soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Suitable for wildflower meadows, wildlife gardens, and informal cottage gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H7 and flowers in spring and summer. Propagation is by seed sown in situ between February and July.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Daucus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Daucus carota 'Lunar White' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Daucus carota 'Lunar White'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in situ between February and July
- Pest resistance
- Carrot fly, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Daucus carota 'Lunar White'?
Daucus carota 'Lunar White' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Daucus carota 'Lunar White' need?
Daucus carota 'Lunar White' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Daucus carota 'Lunar White' hardy in the UK?
Daucus carota 'Lunar White' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Daucus carota 'Lunar White'?
Seed sown in situ between February and July.
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