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Carrot and does poorly when transplanted. Sow seed right in the garden. Plants thrive in rich, loose soil and full sun location. To harvest seed at pickling time, plant 1 to 2 weeks before the last spring frost date. In plots that receive less than 6 hours of direct sun per day, grow stocky varieties, such as ‘Delikat’ or ‘Fernleaf’.