CARROT CHANTENAY PICTORIAL PACKET

Description

CARROT CHANTENAY PICTORIAL PACKET

CARROT CHANTENAY PICTORIAL PACKET produces fantastic carrots that taste better than anything store bought. They have a sweet, crisp, nice flavour and they are especially excellent for heavy, clay-dominated soils. Chantenay is considered an excellent all around carrot by combining excellent qualities such as flavour, shallow soil growth, and storage ability. This seed is supplied in premium pictorial packets direct from Italy.

Cultivation Advice for CARROT CHANTENAY PICTORIAL PACKET

• Plant carrots in a location that receives full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
• Choose a spot with well-draining soil and ample space for the carrots to grow without competition from other plants.
• Prepare loose, sandy, or loamy soil that’s free from stones or clumps to ensure straight, well-formed roots.
• Incorporate compost or organic matter into the soil for better fertility and structure.

• Sow seeds in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest, following the instructions on the pictorial packet.
• Plant seeds at the recommended depth and spacing to allow room for carrots to develop
• Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the germination period.
• Water deeply to encourage root growth and avoid splitting or forking of the carrots.
• Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing as indicated on the packet once they reach a manageable size to allow adequate room for mature growth.
• Regularly remove weeds around the carrot plants to reduce competition for nutrients and water.
• Mulch can help suppress weeds and retain moisture in the soil.
• Monitor for pests like carrot flies and practice companion planting to deter them.
• Address any signs of disease promptly, following the guidelines on the packet or seeking advice from local gardening resources.
• Harvest carrots when they reach the desired size and color mentioned in the packet.
• Gently loosen the soil around the carrot before pulling it out to prevent breakage.
• Store harvested carrots in a cool, dry place to prolong their freshness. Follow specific storage instructions provided on the packet.