Daucus carota 'Red Samurai' (carrot 'Red Samurai') — Bushy, Clump forming

Overview

Daucus carota 'Red Samurai' is a bushy, clump forming annual biennial in the genus Daucus, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Daucus carota 'Red Samurai' 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 'Red Samurai' is a cultivar of the wild carrot genus Daucus, which comprises herbaceous plants that are typically biennial and grow between 30 and 60 cm tall. This cultivar forms a bushy, clump-forming habit with deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun and prefers fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with alkaline to neutral pH. Suitable for wildflower meadows, wildlife gardens, and informal cottage gardens, 'Red Samurai' is hardy to UK zone H7 and is best sown by seed in situ from February to July, offering interest through spring and summer.

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 'Red Samurai' 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 'Red Samurai'

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 'Red Samurai'?

Daucus carota 'Red Samurai' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Daucus carota 'Red Samurai' need?

Daucus carota 'Red Samurai' 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 'Red Samurai' hardy in the UK?

Daucus carota 'Red Samurai' 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 'Red Samurai'?

Seed sown in situ between February and July.

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