Carrot Scarlet Nantes, Seed Tape - McKenzie Seeds
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Daucus carota subsp. Sativus
- Heirloom
- Sweet and Crunchy
- 10 to 14 days to germination
- 68 days to harvest
- Companion Planting: Bush beans, pole beans, lettuce, onion, pea, radish, tomato
Scarlet Nantes is the most popular and dependable home garden carrot variety. Roots are sweet and tender yet incredibly crisp. Bright orange in color and nearly coreless, these are ideal for freezing.
Please Note: Seed tapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination.
4.5 meters (15') - with 500 plus seeds
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. Please note, Seedtapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination. Uniform soil moisture is critical. Plant in fertile well drained soil. Repeat sowings every 2 weeks until mid-summer for continuous supply of fresh carrots.
Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4")
Planting Spacing: 5 cm (2")
Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")
For best flavor, harvest when roots are not more than 5 cm (2") in diameter.
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.
Planting Instructions: Sow outdoors in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. Successive sowings can be planted up until mid-June for full sized crops – later plantings can also be done but carrots will be smaller.
Plant in full sun. Work soil well prior to planting as a softer soil allows roots to develop uniformly. Keep area free of weeds.
To reduce the work in sowing and thinning the carrot row, consider using Seed Tape which is a biodegradable product where seeds are already pre-spaced. Planting using seed tape is easier, accurate and no thinning required!
After planting, keep your carrot patch nice and moist to ensure better germination and to help young carrot plants emerge as sprouts will not push through dry crusted soil. Covering rows with finely sifted compost or potting soil is a great solution as they do not crust over like garden soil which can be very helpful in germinating the seed.
Excellent to be eaten raw, cooked or juiced, these easy to grow vegetables are an excellent source of beta carotene and Vitamin A.
Carrots can be thinned once they reach approximately 2.5-5 cm (1-2”) in height making sure to leave about 2.5-5 cm (1-2”) between plants. Water the carrots before thinning to make it easier to remove them. They can then be thinned again in another 3-4 weeks to leave approximately 4-8 cm between plants. Thinned out carrots at this “baby” stage can be enjoyed by lightly cooking and serving with butter, salt & pepper.
Carrots can sometimes push out of the ground when growing so keep a watch on them and hill up soil over exposed roots to prevent green tops.
The biggest reason for poor germination is lack of moisture. Moisture levels must be consistent from the time of planting and is essential for good root formation, texture and flavor. Be sure to continue watering during dry periods.
Poor germination can also occur when soil temperatures become too hot. Soil temperatures 27°C (80°F) and greater can stop seeds from germinating.
Harvesting and Storage
Carrots can be dug up after the first hard frost. They can be harvested at any size throughout the season but the flavor is best once they have turned bright orange.
Cut the green tops off approximately 1 cm (1/2”) above the crowns and store carrots in a cool, dark location or refrigerate to keep fresh.
It is a good idea to inspect stored carrots regularly to monitor any decay.
Companion Planting: Bush beans, pole beans, lettuce, onion, pea, radish, tomato
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