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Organic Carrot Seed Tape, Red Cored Chantenay
Daucus carota subsp. Sativus
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Red Cored Chantenay produces crunchy, sweet carrots that are excellent for dicing. Roots grow to be a reddish-orange with an indistinct core. This variety produces shorter and thicker carrots that grow to about 14 cm (5 1/2") long when mature. A healthy choice, carrots contain more vitamin A than any other vegetable and when raw, they provide important dietary fibre.
Please Note: Seed tapes require consistent moisture to ensure the best germination.
- SKU: 139838
Growing Information
Grows
Best In:
Full Sun
Days to
Germination:
10 to 14 days
Water
Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to
Maturity:
70 days
Key Features
- Plant Type: Vegetable
- Botanical Name: Daucus carota subsp. Sativus
- Fill Weight (grams): 4.5 meters (15') - with 550 plus seeds
- Approximate Seed Count: 550+
- Planting Method: Sow Direct
- Plant Lifecycle: Annual
- Seed Type: Heirloom
- Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
- Flavor: Sweet and crunchy
- Companion Planting: Onion, leek and herbs such as rosemary and sage act as a repellent to the carrot fly. Chives improve the growth and flavor of carrots and deter aphids, mites, and flies.
- Preparation Ideas: Clean, peel and slice carrots. Bring 3 cm (1") of salted water to boil in a saucepan. Add the carrot slices. Return to boil, then reduce the heat and cover the pan. Cook until just tender, but not soft. This will take about 10-15 minutes. Drain and eat hot. For extra flavor add salt, pepper and butter.
Instructions
Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2") deep and 45 cm (18") apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with soil and water thoroughly again.
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Growing Instructions:
- Carrot seeds have the highest chance of sprouting successfully when the soil temperature is 13-18˚C (55˚ to 65˚F). While the seeds can germinate at temperatures as low as 4˚C (40˚F), the process will be considerably slower. It is important to avoid planting carrots in soil that exceeds 24˚C (75˚F), as this can lead to poor germination.
- Your soil must remain consistently moist while waiting for the carrot seeds to sprout, which can take 1-3 weeks. If the soil becomes dry and a crust forms, it will hinder the emergence of seedlings. Seeds need air and moisture to sprout.
- Planting in soil that is stony, gravelly, shallow, clay or compacted can result in low seed germination and stunted, deformed (forked) carrots. Carrots grow best in a light, loamy soil high in organic matter. The best way to ensure successful seed germination is to plant in well-cultivated, loose soil that is evenly moist.
- Before planting, it is recommended to incorporate a few inches of compost or well-rotted manure. This should be mixed into the top 20 -25 cm (8-10"). While carrots can tolerate some shade, they thrive and develop their sweet, crunchy flavor when grown in full sunlight.
- Overwatering or heavy rainfall can cause roots to become forked, particularly if this happens within the first few weeks after sowing. Fluctuations in moisture levels can also lead to cracking.
- For best flavor, harvest carrots when roots are not more than 5 cm (2") in diameter.
- Planting Depth: 13 mm (1/2")
- Plant Spacing: 5 cm (2")
- Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")
- Instructions for Nutrient Care: Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.
Important Note: The main reasons carrot seed fails to germinate is due to cool soil, damping off, crusty soil, and inconsistent moisture.
Suggestions
- An especially good variety for heavy soil.
Growing Suggestions:
- Carrots should be kept weeded (a clean mulch can reduce this job). Cover exposed roots (shoulders) with soil to prevent cracking and turning green.
- Repeat sowings every 2 weeks until mid-summer for a continuous supply of young carrots.
- Avoid planting dill, cilantro (coriander) and other members of the carrot family near carrots as they tend to cross-pollinate.
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