Vegetable · Charlotte, NC
🥕 Carrots
Possible almost anywhere, but heavy clay makes forked, stunted roots. Raised beds or sandy soil help a lot.
Suitability: 82/100 · Great fit
Sun requirement: 5–8 hours
Space required: ~0.15 sq ft / plant
Difficulty: Moderate
Plant Mar–Sep · Harvest May–Nov
Expected harvest: 3–6 lb
Grocery equivalent: $4–$9
Estimated garden cost: $13–$30
Potential savings: $-26–$-4/year