Candysnax Carrot Seed
Best choice for home gardeners seeking exceptionally sweet, crunchy fresh carrots.
Discover the Candysnax Carrot Seed from Territorial Seed Company, a hybrid variety prized for its exceptional sweetness and satisfying crunch, perfect for fresh eating. These carrots develop into slender, deep orange roots, reaching up to 12 inches in length. They boast a superior disease resistance profile, ensuring a healthy harvest. Carrots are nutritional powerhouses, packed with beneficial phytonutrients. For optimal growth, plant these seeds in well-worked, loose soil under full sun conditions, maintaining consistent moisture for tender, flavorful roots.
$26.95
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Category Rank
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+154%
Above average
Maturity
65
/ days
Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking high-sugar, snackable produce
- Market growers prioritizing consistent, professional-looking yields
- Beginners gardening in challenging or variable soil conditions
Who should skip it
- Seed-saving enthusiasts wanting self-sustaining garden crops
- Impatient growers looking for quick-maturing baby carrots
- Gardeners with rocky or compacted soil limitations
Performance breakdown
Flavor Profile
Exceptional sweetness and a crisp texture define this premium hybrid variety.
Disease Resistance
Robust genetics provide reliable protection against common garden soil pathogens.
Growth Versatility
Dual-season planting options allow for both summer and frost-sweetened fall harvests.
Root Development
Produces consistently long, slender roots that thrive in well-worked garden soil.
Germination Reliability
High seed density ensures a productive yield with proper moisture management.
Ease of Cultivation
Requires loose, deep soil to reach full twelve-inch potential length.
Key Specs
Maturity
65 days
Seed Depth
0.25 inch
Seed Spacing
4 seeds per inch
Thin Plants to
1–3 inches apart
Row Spacing
9–16 inches
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Seed Life
3 Years
Seeds per Gram
approximately 650–750
Features
- Outstandingly sweet, non-soapy flavor
- Crunchy snap texture ideal for fresh eating
- Produces slender roots up to 12 inches long
- Superior disease resistance profile
- Hybrid variety developed for performance
- Dual-season variety for multiple plantings
- Flavor enhanced by frost for fall/winter crops
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the Candysnax carrots, noting their superior sweetness and crisp texture, which makes them a favorite for fresh eating. A second major theme is the outstanding reliability and ease of use. Gardeners report excellent germination rates and robust growth, even in less than ideal conditions, confirming this variety is a dependable choice that delivers high yields and great value.
Know before you buy
These carrots typically reach maturity in 65 days. Because they are a hybrid variety, they are bred for consistent performance and reliable harvest timing.
Candysnax carrots thrive in well-worked, loose soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Ensuring the soil is free of rocks and debris is essential for achieving the variety's signature long, slender root shape.
Yes, this is a dual-season variety. In fact, fall and winter crops often develop an even better flavor profile because the cooler temperatures and light frosts enhance the natural sweetness of the roots.
Sow the seeds at a depth of 0.25 inches with a density of 4 seeds per inch. Once the seedlings emerge, thin them to 1–3 inches apart to ensure each carrot has enough room to develop its full length.
No, the Candysnax Carrot seeds are not certified organic. They are a hybrid variety specifically developed for superior disease resistance and flavor.
When stored in a cool, dry place, these seeds have a shelf life of approximately 3 years. It is best to keep them in an airtight container to maintain their germination rate.
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