Daucus carota
A splendid maincrop carrot, producing long, pointed roots. Its fine colouring and excellent flavour make this one of the most appetising of carrots. Ideal for keeping. Grows well in an open position on light, rich soil that has not been recently manured.
How To Grow
Sow thinly, 6mm (quarter-inch) deep in rows 30cm (1ft) apart. Keep moist. Repeat every two weeks for continuous crops. Thin out to 10cm (4in) apart and water well to replace any soil dislodged from roots.
Ensure garden bed is cleared of all obstacles including stones and pebbles.Winter through to Autumn.
Harvest
Throughout the year as required.
Sow
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Soil Type
Well cultivated, well drained, sunny position
Important Note
Soil should be lacking in nutrient; too much nutrients particularly nitrogen will result in forked carrots.