Chantenay Red Cored Carrot Seeds
South GA Seed Company
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Chantenay Red Cored Carrot Seeds
The Chantenay Red Cored carrot is a visual and culinary delight, an heirloom variety celebrated for its vibrant color and robust flavor. This carrot, with its striking red orange hue, stands out in any garden, a beacon of health and vitality that draws the eye and excites the palate. Its short, conical shape, typically growing to about five to six inches, makes it ideal for a variety of soil types, including the heavier soils where longer carrots struggle.
When you slice into a Chantenay Red Cored carrot, you are greeted by a deep, rich core that contrasts beautifully with the lighter outer flesh. This vivid coloration is not just for show; it signifies a high concentration of nutrients, offering a sweet and slightly earthy flavor that is both versatile and delectable. The crunch of a freshly harvested Chantenay is unparalleled, making it perfect for fresh eating, while its dense texture holds up well in cooking, adding a delightful depth to soups, stews, and roasts.
Growing Chantenay Red Cored carrots is a gardener's pleasure. These carrots prefer full sun and well-drained soil, though their adaptable nature allows them to thrive in less-than-ideal conditions. They are remarkably low maintenance, requiring only regular watering and occasional thinning to ensure the roots have ample space to develop. Sow the seeds directly into the soil in early spring or late summer for a bountiful fall harvest. With just a little care, you will be rewarded with a crop of stunning, nutritious carrots that elevate both your garden's aesthetic and your dining experience.
- QTY: 225
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/8"
- Germination Temperature: 55-70
- Days to Germination: 10-15
- Row Spacing: 4"
- Plant Spacing: 2"
- 100' Row Yield: 95 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 72 days
How to Save Seeds
Carrots will cross pollinate with other carrots or Queen Anne's Lace which is a common weed found in some parts of the country. You'll want to check your area to see whether or not Queen Anne's Lace is grown in your area. If so make sure your carrots are separated by at least ¼ of a mile from Queen Anne's as well as other carrot varieties. Overwinter by mulching and them allow them to seed in spring. Let umbels fully dry and ripen before collecting seeds.
