How To Grow Carrots In Containers - The Definitive Guide
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- Container Carrots! Growing Carrots in pots and containers is both fun, easy, and actually sometimes preferable than growing them straight in the ground. Soil, drainage, and spacing issues seem much more manageable!
Join me today as I show you everything you need to know to grow the most epic container carrots ever, from seed right to harvest!
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hi im a kid im 12 and yo inspired me to start my own garden Ive learnt alot from you like last week I planted some tomatoes and avocadoes tey are growin great
That's awesome Tom! Cheers to you and a lifetime of gardening ahead of you! :-)
also Ive learnt that patience is needed and alot of it
@@tommosigisi4942 hey Tom, how the garden going? What are you growing? Did you start from seeds or seedlings?
Hey kid, I'm 35, grew up on a farm, seriously took that shit for granted, but now I'm happy to still have some of that knowledge because as food prices have started rising I've started growing my own vegetables, your going to go to school and have alot of shit stuffed in your head that will never benifit you, knowing how to create food will always benifit you
@@tommosigisi4942 I find this aspect kind of hard, find myself looking at my vegetables each morning and night to see if they've grown lol
🥕My daughter insisted on posting the carrot emoji and a few more things we grew.
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Love the video.
Finally, somebody in gardening that knows how to teach and entertain a little at the same time. I'm subscribed and thanks.
Thanks so much for the support Robert! Much appreciated. :-)
Your thinning procedure is a really good idea. I've been gardening for a long time and I figure you can never stop learning. What I have done is plant carrots with radishes. When it's time to pull radishes it leaves room for the carrots to grow and vice versa.
Your channel is great. I get a lot of value than from a lot of others. I live in the High Desert of California and the weather can be quite challenging to garden here, heat, cold, winds. Thanks so much for sharing the wealth of information.
That's so funny you mention carrots with radishes....I was going to try them this year! Because radishes are harvested so much faster....that's awesome, great mind! 🙂
I'm going to try the radishes mix with carrots this year I'm doing container potatoes mixed with carrots as we speak I have a couple cucumber vines coming out of the same pot LOL
I followed this video to grow my carrots and they germinated quickly and at a very high rate! Just waiting for them to get a bit bigger now to thin. The advice in this video was so helpful, now I use your channel to help me with all my other plants 😊
This thinning method is BRILLIANT🥕🥕
Thanks Fadista! :-)
Agreed
Thank you for the thinning idea! 👏💡That’s brilliant! I’ll definitely do the same and just let all my carrot seedlings live a little longer.😊
Many years ago my mum used2 work on a carrot farm..I went2work with her everyday & used2 play in the carrot fields & catch frogs..Nothing nicer than the smell of fresh picked carrots & the soil.💚
100% agree Melanie. Other than herbs like Basil and Cilantro....nothing smells more fresh like a carrot patch!!!
I’ve never grown carrots 🥕 After watching your video, I’m inspired to plant my own carrots 🥕 Thank you so much for sharing great tips to grow your own 🥕
Growing in containers is pretty much the only way I will do carrots, any more. My only difference is I plant them using a plastic grid and plant individual seed in each spot.
Perfect man, you and me both!! Do you have to transplant after a certain stage? Do you grow the bigger varieties to make it more worthwhile for the extra time?
@@TheRipeTomatoFarms I’ve found they dont grow big in pots… no matter the type.
Imperators, for example just stop adding length once the tip feeder roots hit solid bottom.
So I stick with Nantes, Chantenay, and the more “stumpy” varieties.
I have tried them as sprouts started on damp tissue, then transplanting.
It works, but it’s fiddly.
So I just use the grid and plant one or two per space.
I learned it from a guy in the UK - “Home Grown Veg,” aka, Jim.
Tell him I sent you….
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I love the idea of thinning the largest carrot and getting to enjoy them!!! I always feel like I am wasting the thinned tiny carrots! Great idea!
I remember reading somewhere a king wanted orange carrots/ they were purple before this. They go back at least 5000 years n id bet way way way further back than that. I got my grow light today / lol happy camper but wasnt really ready, spur of the moment thing because of you guys videos lol
That is a great idea to thin the carrots when they're ready to eat so none are wasted!
It really does work too! Tasty baby carrots every few days, and the remaining ones in the ground get their space and grow that much faster!
I have a container garden and carrots are my yearly failure! I will watch any any and all videos about growing carrots! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and take care
I hear you Karen....they can be tricky. Spacing and drainage are the keys!
Thank you , I have plenty of land , but have 150 onions coming beginning of November & my Garlic is about ready to plant also , after having in frig about 2 months already since I live in hot Texas - plus need to till my dirt so will plant carrots on my deck ,like I did with some tomatoes which im still getting & peppers all peppers are really doing better now , my serranos I've given my oldest son over 146 peppers & I've got 5 gallon bags of green peppers in the freezer , plus about 25 still growing in totes & bags ....
So now will do some carrots & radish for everyone ....Thank you for the thining,,,, advice great idea 💡 instead of throwing away !!!! Trying to stock up on everything ,
Prices are going up daily ,ITS NUTS - also everyone needs to stock up on essentials , wood for fireplace, propone gas , can goods look at dates , Meat if you can't hunt ....
God bless , Josette Tharp
Montgomery County, Texas 🙏🏻
That's amazing! Love how much you are growing, and yes, you're right, the prices are only going up, while our paychecks are at best staying the same. -_-
I'm ready for cooler temps so I can finally grow a plethora of normal sized delish carrots thanks to this video! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽👍🏽👍🏽
I LOVE your videos!! Your voice and how you lean in as if you're sharing something you're not supposed to makes me want to watch all of your videos one right after the other.
Thanks for the thinning tip!
I felt so reluctant to have to take out all those little carrots, instead of giving them a chance to get big enough to eat 😊🧡🌱
I agree..... At least with the baby carrots, they aren't completely wasted!
Great description. I actually tried this in containers theis year. The f*****g raccoons emptied the grow bags before any germination. Messed up my peas too.
Noooooooo! Oh man, so destructive. I don't mind when they take a fruit or two....but when they ruin crops that haven't even STARTED yet? That's the worst Brian.
Thanks for the heads up about coons. Maybe I'll put the grow bags on my porch and use chicken wire to seal that area off.
😅😂😢
I'm doing it tomorrow, first thing in the morning after coffee.
Thank you for a very good and very inspiring video.
I have a lot ,better luck when I grow in grow bags, now I love growing carrots!
Right? Same here. Almost every crop is just super successful. It must be the soil and the individualized care. Either way....I love it!
Thank you so much. Lost my carrots to the latest frost down here in TX, even though I mulched and covered with frost cloth. Going to try again.
Thank you for the tips!
Sorry to hear that! Not something I would even think about that far down south! Best of luck on the next batch.
Your thinning trick is BRILLIANT! Thank you 😍🥕
Thanks sonia! It really does work! :-)
Thanks for sharing this video! I’m a gardener too and I’m researching all the things I can grow in containers. I’m happy it led me to find you. I’m so happy it did your channel has so much to offer! This is very helpful. Thanks for teaching me something new. I hope we can learn more from each other as we grow our gardens and our channels!
Tried carrots in the ground last year and had maybe 5 about 2inch long, this season I’m trying them in a bucket, loose soil, we’ll see what happens, glad to see this is a thing!
I’m definitely going to grow carrots this way.
Best of luck Julio! :-)
Love it. Just like my barrels, easy to start early. I like to use Vessy's pelleted seed, easy planting and spacing. Come on spring time.
You're so right Tony...and so quick growing you can plant them multiple times a year!
I've never grown carrots before and I'm thinking of trying a few . This was a good introduction for me to try them out .
Right on Carmella, give it a try and let us know how it goes! 🙂
Just wanted to say that your videos are extremely helpful and very entertaining. Never grown a plant in my life but after watching your vids I’m going to give it a go! Hope you have an amazing day, thank you for all these vids
Hey, that's super kind of you to say Phoenix! Definitely give it a try!
Brilliant! I have two fabric containers for this and I've been wanting to try carrots!
Right on Stephanie, can't wait to hear about your successful crops in 2 months!
Planted carrots in the fall last year and over wintered them. The biggest issue was keeping moist until germination and thinning for a larger carrot. If only I can figure out a use for the tops other than compost pile, perhaps a garnish substitute for parsley 😳🤪 did mine in a 3’x6’ raised bed, but like the container idea. Have already planted mine in raised bed this year but I’m going to try some more in containers after watching this 👍
This is fabulous. I love how you thin the carrots. I'm new to this, but plan on doing the bag/container carrot method.
I had to come rewatch this video because I sown mine exactly how you instructed last weekend and they sprouted up yesterday! I was very pleasantly surprised! I planted Tonda di Parigi and Red cord Chantenay because they were both short day varieties! I live on the central coast of California zone9 (warm the last few days) super excited to see how they progress! thank you for all of your guidance!💪👏🥕
Right on!! Those are about 80-90 carrots? Harvest a feast of them just in time for Christmas?? :-)
@@TheRipeTomatoFarms that’s what the plan is!! 🥕🎄 and we are going to use the short nubby ones for stews 😋 🤤
@@TheRipeTomatoFarms they’re both frost tolerant varieties and are 65 to 70 days 👏🥕💓
Enjoyed this video especially your tip on thinning by harvesting. Thanks for sharing. I'm planting my carrot tomorrow.
Right on, best of luck with your planting (and thinning)!!
Mmmmm I love carrots
The best!
I must say " go Riders" first. This will be my first year growing carrots in a very long time so am looking forward to trying your method.
Excellent video. I’ve never been able to grow carrots. This video has inspired me to try again. Thanks!
Thanks Irene, appreciate that! And yes you can! :-)
Thank you so much Mr farmer.this is so clear😊
Hi I am new to vegetable gardening and find your channel very helpful and informative. Thank you!
Perfect timing! I just ordered carrot (and beet) seeds yesterday and need to get them in my pots by end of October (zone 8b). Thank you!
Right on Michelle! That IS perfect timing! What varieties did you choose?
@@TheRipeTomatoFarms The carrots are called Tendersweet and the beets are Detroit Dark Red. Both are heirloom but I’ve never grown either before. I have four huge pots 12” deep and 22” diameter. Should be fun!
I haven't tried carrots in containers yet. I'm definitely looking forward to implement this method next Spring time, since gardening is over where I live. Can't wait! Thank you for sharing this educational video.
I was tempted to do hidroponic carrot and watching ur video make me changed my mind 😂
Great video! And sporting the Sask Toque! 🙂
Ha ha thanks Darren! :-)
I did carrots for the first time and I forgot to thin them. But I did get a lot of tiny carrots. They were delicious and now I know what I did wrong. 😂🥕
But those little ones really are tasty hey?!
AWESOME VIDEO! I've never tried Carrots in Grow Bags but I'm ready to go! Zone 6a
Thanks Jackie! You got this!
I was thinking about doing container carrots next Spring just to free up some garden space, plus I dont till anymore so my carrots get squirrely looking. You made my decision easier. Thanks man!!!
Container carrots would be PERFECT for you then Allen! Beets too! Soft, loose, perfect soil every time. It really makes growing these shallow root crops much more enjoyable! Best of luck man!
I love your videos!! Truly my favorite & I've learned so much. 1st thing I noticed your outfit u have on for cool weather....amazing the difference of what we are wearing here in zone 9b Florida 97° today 🥵 😂😂😎
I tried doing carrots and beets in containers this year, although the tops grew great, the carrots only grew as nubs. Not sure what I did wrong but will try again next year.
Thanks for the great video.
Spacing and soil porosity is usually the culprit Bill.
I love the way you teach!
Thank you, enjoy every video
Thanks Naomi, nice to see you at the end there in the live chat!
The definitive guide for sure! I've found Paris Market to be a great variety for container carrots. Harvest to thin is the only way I thin. Thanks for another great video. Dodging hard frosts with fleece out here in hopes of harvesting fall peas in a week or so. Best regards man!
Frosts already man? Say it isn't so! I'll check out that variety for sure. I have another month or so where I can still plant! :-)
Yes, and our season has extended in the fall. Used to be frost could be expected in August. The only planting I am doing now is for indoor gardening. West Coast has Paris market.
This is exactly what I needed. Thank you!
I really enjoyed this video. You made it very easy to understand all the steps. Thank you
I love your channel. We just finished putting our new greenhouse up, am so excited. I guess I have to wait till spring, but I can't wait to start the carrot adventure! Thank you so much🙂
Wonder about that. My neighbour planted a container yesterday in his new greenhouse. Why not give it a try!
Thanks to this video, I’ve had success with carrots for the first time!! They are still small, but it’s working just like you said. Love your videos!
Thanks Rana, all the best this season!
I’m going to plant some in a grow pot right now , hopefully this method will work for me as I haven’t had much luck so far thanks .
Best of luck, you got this! :-)
Thanks Jeff I planted all my carrot seedlings and spring onions like this last year and had brilliant crop and already producing good crop this year. had no problem with carrots fly the spring onions that was circled around the Carrots seem to do the trick.
Inspiring! I have several fabric containers empty..Im about to fill them with carrots.😁shared your video..
Thank you for the insight. I am going to re-use my grow bags from last year. ❤️ man.
Brilliant video! I grew carrots for first time this year and had good success I was amazed! This is a great idea about thinning and containers I will definitely do that next year! ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️
Thanks Fiona, enjoy the weekend! :-)
Hi from Sydney Australia.... been gardening for a long time..... but really your clips and have learnt heaps of useful info. Cheers
Hey, that's great to hear Kathleen! You guys just entering fall now?
im a year late watching this video… was just thinking of this method today!! thank you
Hey right on! You going to try them this year?
@@TheRipeTomatoFarms yes!! most definitely after watching this!!
I will do the thinning by eating the biggest ones first. It makes sense to me. What a wonderful tip. Thank you so much. Fantastic video.
Thanks Deborah! It really does work!
EPIC video!👏 Container carrots are the best!🥕 It's the only way I can get them to grow!😆 Stellar advice on thinning!🏆 I'm definitely going to try that! Carrot leaves are good in salads as a topping or ingredient. They're beautiful, and stay fresh for weeks in a vase of water!😉💡
You're so right! I had another person tell me to try and make carrot top pesto! Ever heard of that?
@@TheRipeTomatoFarms Omg, no, I have never heard of that. Wow! Cool! 👏😊💖
@@morningwoodfarms713 I'll let you know how it tastes!
Another great video, so pleased this channel was recommended to me by CZcams.
Hey thanks! Appreciate the support. :-)
i did that, made a raised bed for carrots, three weeks and i don't think they are coming up. i think morning glories is what's coming up. got potting soil, some natural dirt and composted top soil. aaarrrrggghhhh. you grew some beauties.
Carrots can take a notoriously long time to sprout... They look like little grass plants when they first come up.
Will get hubby to pick up some seed to plant tomorrow. Last day of August, it will be interesting. September and October are beyond fabulous here in Nova Scotia.
I see a super sweet fall crop in your future Mary! :-)
Love the idea of thinning carrots to use baby carrots rather than just letting baby plants go to waste.
It works for beets too! But carrots is just a perfect fit!
PDX here💙...great vid👍..any online recommendation for
'fresh' seeds❓
Vesey's in PEI Canada have excellent service and range of seeds.
Just found your channel!!
Thank you for being
so understandable!!!
Just getting started. Looking to do my first planting in the spring here in NY (Long Island)
Ill be following you !!!
Thanks again!!!
Hey Jeff, tnx for finally including metric units when specifying distance 😘
No problem!! I actually work in metric, so I should do those FIRST! :)
The Ripe Tomato Farms you should, but you haven't in your past videos. I had posted a comment about it on each video, so i'm glad you finally picked up on it, no offense though!!
Thank you for showing them growing in the containers. It’s hard to get a full picture when it’s just the seeds in the soil then end of the video!
I totally agree Elizabeth!
I couldn't help but rofl @3:45 "Misshapen and hairy" followed by the meaningful nod 😂
Heh heh! ;)
Oh SIFU dearest That's how baby carrots are harvested l was so stupid l told Towkay l wanted baby carrot seeds only Thanks for teaching me my FIRST smiling cheerful SI FU the one l adore most of all for yr infectious laughter When sad l always feel happy when l know l have a wonderful SIFU who cheers me up on a dreary day Keep it up SIFU dearest
My grandfather used to transplant thined carrots into a new row
Great tips and information truly enjoying your channel
Thanks Sylvia!
Yolo gardening. Love it
Definitely!! :-)
looks great!!
Thanks! Super tasty, not gonna lie!
Yet another great vid. Thanks.
I garden at home in the UK. I grow carrots in buckets and bags. Because of my house and those nearby and trees and fences and sheds, my garden seldom gets the 6/8 hours sunshine you recommend as a minimum, in fact on some overcast days my garden gets no sunshine at all. That said I still manage to grow some decent carrots. Just Saying. Jim.
Dude. I would harden w u anytime. Smart guy.
Ha ha ....say what?!! :-)
@@TheRipeTomatoFarms a great Gardener and adorable guy. My chickens and dog would love you lol.
Frankly, it's your amazing gardening skills that are the focus. I am in SW Michigan. Opening up gardens this year
Best video on carrots! Thanks :))
Thanks Elizabeth!! :-)
BLESSINGS 💖
Cheers Carolyn!
The tip about the nitrogen is true... Thanks.
Thanks ML, totally agree. I've seen it really affect perfectly awesome crops all too many times!
I like this idea. I’ve got the space on the side of the house for this. I’ll have to wait until next year though.
Hello Sir.. Hope your fine.. I've just sow some in my garden last week.. Your video is very interesting.. I'll follow your instructions... Thanks for sharing👍🌻
Right on Pamela, best of luck! :-)
Is this the same guy that used to paint his face green and hide behind bud plants while giving “garden” tips? I loved that channel. This is a great video looking forward to growing carrots.
Ha ha never painted my face before..but now I kinda want to!!
Awesome thank you!
Cheers John!
Thank you
Cheers Eve, thanks for watching! :-)
Great Video! Love that thinning method! Going to start planting down here in Florida zone 9B
Great video.
Thanks Maurice! :-)
Excellent video
Thanks
Upspeak is strong with one
Great information Jeff!!! Hopefully this year I can actually have some carrots. Definitely don’t want carrots misshapen and/or hairy!!! 😂🤓😂
Great video thanks 😊
Useful Tips 👍
Nice idea harvest big carrots first.
Thanks, it really does work too! Beets as well! 🙂
Such a good idea! I always felt sorry for all the baby carrots murdered in some of these videos. 😂
Hi. I am a new subscriber. I think you are one of those who explain details and beginner friendly!! This is my very first time trying to start vegetable garden. I watched your zucchini video. And they are now germinating in seedling tray. 🤞🏻🤞🏻
For carrots seeds, can we do the same as zucchini?? Plant seeds in seedling tray with lid? You mentioned carrots like warm. But temperature where I live is still questionable... still in 40 f - 50 f outdoor. (Zone 6a in US) I am trying to grow my vegetables in containers also.
Thank you in advance.
Really enjoyed this video💚🥕👍Makes SENCE the way u do it. My bunny 🐰will realky enjoy those tops & and a tiny bit of the carrot...FAMILY TOO🥕🥕🥕THANQ💚💚💚
Thanks Debie!! :-)