Description
Latin Name – Daucus carota
Sowing Instructions –These great crunchy bite size carrots can be grown in big pots anywhere froma balcony to a patio. Direct sow carrot seed outdoors, in a weed free, sunny position in fertile, light, well drained soil.
Sow carrot seeds thinly at a depth of 1cm in drills 30cm apart. Germination will take 10 to 20 days. When large enough to handle, thin out the seedlings within each row to 5cm apart. Where space is limited, growing carrots in containers will also produce a worthwhile crop.
Hints and Tips – Cover later carrot sowings with fleece or fine netting, and remove all thinnings from the site to minimise carrot fly infestation. Early varieties may be lifted when required from 9 weeks onwards, while maincrops can be harvested from 12 weeks after their sowing date. Pull a single carrot first to assess the size of the roots. If the soil is dry, lifting carrots can be made easier by watering beforehand. Roots can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to 4 months.
Seeds – 0.25g (approx 250)
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