Nantes Scarlet - Organic Carrot Seeds

SKU: VCT105

Open-Pollinated

Certified Organic

Heirloom

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Packet 500 seeds

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Nantes Scarlet makes blunt‑tipped, coreless roots with crisp texture and balanced sweetness—ideal for snacking, juicing, and roasting. Bred in France in the 1800s, this type became the standard for market carrots. High in beta‑carotene and fiber, carrots are a lunchbox classic for a reason. Sow shallowly in loose soil, keep beds moist (germination is slow), and thin early for straight roots. Harvest at 6–7" or pull smaller for baby carrots. Consistent and kid‑approved.

How to Grow

Plant seeds directly in the garden in early spring starting about 2 weeks before average last frost date. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 50-85 degrees. Thin seedlings when they are about 1" high. Successive sowings can be made every two to three weeks. Do not plant if crop will mature in the heat of summer as it may result in poor quality carrots. Planting can resume late summer for a fall harvest. Cut off all but 1" off tops before storing. Even at optimum temperature carrot seed can take up to 18 days to germinate.

Growing Specs

Scientific name: daucus carota
Days to maturity: 65-75
Seed depth: 1/4-1/2"
Days to sprout: 12-18
Plant spacing: 1-3"
Row spacing: 12-24"
Light requirements: sunny / shade tolerant
Plant height: 15-20"
Life cycle: biennial
Frost hardy: yes

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