They germinate really well -
"They germinate really well - I have issues germinating carrots from regular seed. Unfort, you still have to thin according to the instructions."
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Carrot, Red Cored Chantenay Seed Tape
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 best germination.
- SKU: 139834
- Common Name: Carrot
- Botanical Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
Growing Information
Safe
for Bees
Good For Pollinators
Grows
Best In:
Full Sun
Days to
Germination:
10 - 14 days
Water
Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2 in.) per week
Days to
Maturity:
70 days
Key Features
- Plant Type: Vegetable
- Plant Lifecycle: Annual (plant every year)
- Seed Type: Heirloom
- Fill Weight (grams): 4.5 meters (15 feet)
- Approximate Seed Count: 550+
- Characteristics: Attracts bees and butterflies
- Planting Method: Direct Sow
- Colour: Orange
- Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2 in.) per week
- Landscape Use: Edible Garden
- Growth Habit: Root
- Tolerance: Heavy soil
- 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.
- Flavour: Sweet and crunchy
- Preparation Ideas: Clean, peel and slice carrots. Bring 3 cm (1 in.) 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
Carrot seeds should be sown directly into the garden when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is past. Optimum soil temperature (not air temperature) should be 7-29°C (45-84°F) for seeds to germinate. Planting at a lower temperature will delay germination. Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2 in.) deep and 30 cm (12 in.) apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with 6 mm (1/4 in.) of soil and water thoroughly again. It is critical to keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy during germination. Do not allow the soil to become dry, as young plants have underdeveloped roots and can quickly dehydrate, particularly in windy conditions. Carrots grow quickly and more seeds can be succession planted every 2 to 3 weeks until mid-July for a continuous supply of carrots.
- Planting Depth: Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2in.) Deep and 30 cm (12in.) apart.
- Plant Spacing: 5 cm (2 in.)
- Instructions for Nutrient Care: Apply SUPERThrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Suggestions
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.
- Carrot seeds have the highest chance of germinating 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. Important Note: The main reasons carrot seed fails to germinate is due to cool soil, damping off, crusty soil, and inconsistent moisture.
- 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.
- 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) in diameter.
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Overall rating: 4.4680853 / 5 from 47 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Red Cored Chantenay Seed Tape produces crunchy, sweet carrots ideal for dicing. These carrots grow to about 14 cm long and are rich in vitamin A and dietary fiber. Consistent moisture is required for optimal germination.
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Review topics: ["quality","order","seeds","carrots","germination","space","soil","plants","taste"].
Review highlights
- "seeds came fast, I always get a good crop of carrots with McKenzie seeds." —
- "Very tasty carrots will definetely buy more." —
- "Will recommend this to my friends and family." —
Reviews
100% success rate
"100% success rate"
Good!
"Good!"
Good spacing.
"I just planted so nothing has come up yet. But planting was easy and appeared to have good spacing on the tape. I am looking forward to so good carrots."
Planting made easy
"So much easier to plant this way."
Carrots
"Looking forward to planting these with my grandson - they are perfectly spaced apart and easy to use"
"I never have a problem with McKenzie seeds."
Carrot seed tape
"Less seed waste and quicker planting, really ideal for raised bed gardening. Trick is to make sure you wet the ground first and water the tape before putting soil overtop."
Fantastic carrots
"Awesome seeds, great growing, excellent taste"
Carrots
"Very tasty carrots"
