Daucus carota 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR (carrot 'Wo8036 Rz') — Bushy, Clump forming

Overview

Daucus carota 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR is a bushy, clump forming annual biennial in the genus Daucus, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Daucus carota 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR 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 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR 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, finely divided, lacy leaves. It thrives 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 flowers in spring and summer, producing dense umbels of small white flowers that develop from pink buds. It is hardy in the UK to H7 and can be propagated by seed sown in situ from February to 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 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR 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 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR

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 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR?

Daucus carota 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Daucus carota 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR need?

Daucus carota 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR 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 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR hardy in the UK?

Daucus carota 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR 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 'Wo8036 Rz'PBR?

Seed sown in situ between February and July.

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