Tenderlong Imperator is an extremely long carrot variety. On average roots grow to 25 cm (10")! Orange-red in color with dark green tops, they are rich in vitamin A and when eaten raw, dietary fiber.
SKU: 140105
Growing Information
Days to Germination:
10 to 14 days
Days to Maturity:
65 to 80 days
Key Features
Product Weight: 2 grams / approximately 1400-1500 seeds
Flavor: Sweet and crunchy
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.
Seed Type: Heirloom
Plant Type: Vegetable
Latin Name: Daucus carota subsp. Sativus
Instructions
Sow in early spring in well cultivated soil. Uniform moisture is critical. Seedlings should be thinned to approximately 5 cm (2”) apart for optimal root formation. Sowings of carrot seed can be repeated every 2 weeks until mid-summer.
Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4")
Plantling Spacing: 5 cm (2")
Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Suggestions
Onion, leek and herbs such as rosemary and sage act as a repellent to the carrot fly.