You can fit carrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) almost anywhere in the garden. They don't take up much space, and the long taproots help to break up and aerate the soil for other plants. Some ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/Tom Werner Carrots are a tasty root crop and a staple in many vegetable ...

Q: I want to grow carrots, but my soil is dense clay. All the sources I read say carrots prefer a sandy loam. How much sand should I add to get it to be the right texture? A: This is a question we get ...

The blessing of warmer, drier weather these past few days has tempted us to get in the garden to dig. And planting a nice crop of carrots tops many a gardener’s list. Nothing can beat the sweetness ...

Which potting soil is best? Potting soil, or potting mix, is a substrate that usually consists of garden soil, organic matter and minerals. Its purpose is to help potted plants such as vegetables, ...