Carotte Chantenay 'Royal n°2'
description
Chantenay 'Royal 2' carrot (Daucus carota), offered by the seed company Weston Seeds
The Chantenay 'Royal 2' carrot is a versatile variety producing short, thick, orange, and flavorful roots, measuring approximately 5 to 6 inches. Easy to grow, they thrive in a variety of soils and are prized for their crisp texture and excellent flavor. Their compact shape and blunt tip make them an ideal all-purpose carrot for fresh cooking, roasting, preserving, or vegetable mixes.
Height: 15 to 20 cm
Spacing: 8 cm
Sowing: Direct sowing
Exposure: Full sun
Quantity per packet: 1,500 seeds, untreated, non-GMO
Cultivation method:
Carrots grow well in deep, loose, well-worked soil. Because the seeds are small, it's helpful to mix them with a little sand to ensure even sowing. When the soil temperature is above 7.5°C (45°F), sow at a depth of 7 to 15 mm (¼ to 6 in) in rows spaced 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in). Maintain consistent moisture during germination, which takes about two weeks, and prevent soil crusting. Thin to 5 cm (2 in) apart when the seedlings are young. Water regularly, weed carefully, and avoid fertilizers high in nitrogen. Harvest when the roots have developed a good color and are well-formed.
