Carrot Early Nantes Bulk Wholesale Vegetable Seeds Carrots (2Kg)

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Carrot Early Nantes belongs to the Nantes (tapered stump) category, serving as both a second early and maincrop variety. It boasts a virtually coreless structure, exhibiting excellent texture, color, and flavor. For optimal growth, sow the seeds from March to August and expect a harvest from July to October. Here are some guidelines for successful cultivation: Sowing Period: March - August Required Temperature: 10°C and above Seed Covering: Lightly cover the seeds Germination Time: 7 days Frost Hardy: No General Tips for Growing Carrots: Freshly pulled carrots straight from your garden, tops still attached, surpass store-bought ones in taste and nutrition, making them a great way to entice even the pickiest eaters. Before planting, assess your growing location to select suitable varieties. Opt for longer-rooted types like Early Nantes, Autumn King, or Resistafly if your soil is light and sandy. For clay-rich or shallow soil, shorter-rooted varieties like Paris Market Atlas or Chatenay are more suitable. Carrots thrive in a light, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0, and temperatures ranging from 40 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Here's a step-by-step guide to cultivating Carrot Early Nantes: Bed Preparation: Mix in ample compost about three weeks before planting. Plan successive crops at three-week intervals. Sowing: Plant carrot seeds in rows, 1cm deep and 2.5cm apart, with row spacing at about 25cm. Soil Temperature: The ideal soil temperature for germination is 75°F (24°C). Seedling Care: Seedlings may start small but grow quickly. Ensure consistent moisture without overwatering. Feeding: Feed the carrots twice: first when they reach 8cm and again at 15cm in height. Thinning: When carrots are 8-10cm tall, thin the rows to leave 5cm spacing for larger carrots. The thinned carrots are edible. Harvesting: Harvest before full maturity, typically 65 to 85 days after sowing, for tender carrots.