Chantenay Red Core Carrot

Open Pollinated. Heirloom. 70 days.  The rich, deep orange color goes clear to the center of the carrot.  6 1/2 to 7 1/2 inch carrot grows well in heavy soils. Heirloom dating back to 1929. This is an outstanding favorite with people who demand top quality carrots.   Planting Directions: Direct sow in early spring to midsummer when soil temperature is between  45° to 85°. Plant seeds 1/4” deep as sparingly as possible spacing rows 6-8” apart. Thin to at least 2” between plants. Prepare the soil in spring by working in a generous amount of well rotted compost. If compost is not available, plant in loose, rich soil that has been amended with a general garden fertilizer. Rake and smooth the soil  surface before planting. Carrots grow best when soil temperature are 60° to  70°.  Add a layer of mulch around the plants to help keep soil cool. For highest yields sow carrots in a bed and thin 2-3” apart.