Daucus carota 'Flyaway F1' – Carrots with natural protection against carrot fly

Daucus carota 'Flyaway F1' is a mid-early, high-quality carrot variety distinguished by its natural tolerance to carrot fly maggots. This makes it an ideal choice for home gardeners and professionals seeking carefree cultivation without additional chemical protection. Flyaway F1 produces sugary-sweet, straight carrots of 15–18 cm that are rich in beta-carotene, making them both tasty and healthy.

Features of Flyaway F1

Flyaway F1 has several notable features:

• Mid-early variety: harvestable from late June to September

• Root length: 15–18 cm, ideal for home garden and fresh consumption

• Taste: Sweet and aromatic, perfect for raw use, cooking or juicing

• Nutritional value: rich in beta-carotene, an important antioxidant for health

• Tolerance: Naturally resistant to carrot fly maggots, ensuring a healthier harvest

This combination of traits means Flyaway F1 delivers a reliable and tasty harvest with minimal growing problems.

Sowing and cultivation instructions

Flyaway F1 can be sown directly outdoors, making it suitable for early to mid-early cultivation.

Sowing method

• Sowing depth: 0.5 cm

• Row spacing: 30–40 cm

• Distance in the row: 4–5 cm between the seeds

Location

• Sunny locations for optimal root growth

• Soil: light, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

• Flyaway F1 has natural protection against carrot fly, but open and windy locations or netting can provide additional protection

Harvest

• Harvest period: from the end of June to September

• Carrots are versatile in use and retain their sweet taste and texture well.

Crop rotation

• Grow carrots in the same place only every 6 years

• Compatibility: Grows well in companion plants with corn, tomatoes, onions, lettuce and potatoes

Benefits of Flyaway F1

1. Natural resistance to carrot fly: minimal care required for protection

2. Sugary sweet and aromatic: ideal for raw, cooked or in juice

3. Rich in beta-carotene: nutritious and healthy

4. Mid-early variety: flexibility in harvest time and planning

5. Easy to grow: strong growth and robust roots

6. Compatible companion planting: together with many common vegetables

Culinary applications

The roots of Flyaway F1 are particularly versatile:

• Raw: snack or salad

• Boiled or steamed: as a side dish or in stews

• Juice: pure or combined with other fruits and vegetables

• Freezing: blanch briefly to retain flavour and texture

Their straight shape and uniform size also make them suitable for processing or sale.