'Carrot Autumn King 2' Seeds

Carrot Autumn King 2 Seeds

Carrot Autumn King 2 Seeds produce long, smooth, deep orange roots with an excellent sweet flavour and crisp texture. This traditional maincrop carrot variety is renowned for its heavy yields, reliable performance, and outstanding storage qualities, making it one of the most popular carrots for home gardeners and allotment growers.

The large, tapered roots are perfect for harvesting in autumn and storing through winter. Autumn King 2 Carrots are ideal for roasting, soups, stews, salads, juicing, and everyday cooking, delivering delicious homegrown carrots well after the growing season has ended.

Easy to grow and highly productive, this dependable carrot variety performs exceptionally well in kitchen gardens, raised beds, allotments, and deep containers.

Key Features

Traditional maincrop carrot variety with excellent storage qualities.

Produces long, smooth, deep orange roots.

Sweet flavour with crisp, tender texture.

Heavy cropping and highly reliable.

Ideal for roasting, soups, stews, salads, and juicing.

Excellent for autumn harvesting and winter storage.

Easy to grow and suitable for beginner gardeners.

How to Grow Carrot Autumn King 2 Seeds

Sow Carrot Autumn King 2 Seeds directly outdoors from April to July into finely prepared, stone-free soil.

Sow seeds approximately 1cm deep in shallow drills and cover lightly with fine soil. Germination usually takes around 10–20 days depending on soil temperature.

Thin seedlings carefully as they develop to allow the roots plenty of room to mature.

Grow in a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil and water regularly during dry periods to encourage even root development.

Harvest from late summer through autumn once the roots have reached full size.

Carrot Growing Tips

Direct sow where the crop is to mature, as carrots dislike transplanting.

Keep soil evenly moist to help prevent splitting.

Thin seedlings gradually to minimise disturbance.

Protect crops from carrot root fly with fine mesh where necessary.

Lift and store mature roots in cool, frost-free conditions for winter use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Autumn King 2 easy to grow?
Yes, Carrot Autumn King 2 Seeds are reliable and suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Can Autumn King 2 carrots be stored?
Yes, this variety is well known for its excellent storage qualities and can be kept for several months under the right conditions.

Can Autumn King 2 be grown in containers?
Yes, it performs well in deep containers, raised beds, and open ground.

When can I harvest Autumn King 2 carrots?
Roots are typically ready from late summer through autumn, depending on sowing time.

Perfect For

Kitchen gardens

Allotments

Raised beds

Deep containers

Winter storage

Home cooking

Juicing

Beginner gardeners