carrot 'Flyaway' F1

carrot or Daucus carota 'Flyaway'

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carrot 'Flyaway' F1

carrot or Daucus carota 'Flyaway'

  • approx 500 seeds
  • £2.99
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  • Position: full sun
  • Soil: fertile, well drained and light


The leading variety for resistance to carrot fly, whose larvae can ruin carrots by tunnelling into the roots and allowing rots to set in. 'Flyaway' is bred to be less attractive to the flies so rarely affected by comparison to other varieties, making it a particularly reliable cropper producing deliciously sweet and crunchy roots every time.


  • Garden care:
    Water regularly in dry weather to promote even growth and prevent splitting. Keep beds weed-free to reduce competition. As roots develop, earth up slightly to stop shoulders turning green. Use horticultural fleece to protect against carrot fly. Harvest when roots are mature and firm – gently lift with a fork to to avoid damage. Store only undamaged carrots in cool, dry conditions.


    Sow carrot seeds thinly in shallow drills, covering lightly with soil or compost. For early or late crops, use cloches or grow under cover to protect seedlings from the cold. Thin gradually to final spacing of around 5cm (2in), ideally in the evening to reduce the risk of carrot fly. Water before thinning to minimise root disturbance.

    Avoid sowing in freshly manured soil, which can cause roots to fork. Grow under horticultural fleece or surround crops with a 60cm (2ft) high barrier to deter carrot fly. Sow small batches every few weeks for a continuous harvest from early summer to autumn. Harvest when roots reach a usable size, around 4–5cm (2in) wide.


  • Sow: March to May


  • Harvest: July to September


  • Approximate quantity: 500 seeds
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