Carrot - Autumn King, 10" Long

The Autumn King carrot is one of the more popular varieties to grow. Its split-resistant skin turns to a deep dark orangish/red color as it matures.- One of the largest of carrots! Grows 10" - 12" long- Easy to grow in sandy soil- A favorite of many home grower- Carrots are a sun-loving plants that also like the cold- Just keep them consistently watered and they'll be happy Days to Maturity | 70 days Carrot Seeds | Carrots are an annual cool-season crop, half-hardy to frost and light freezes. Sow seeds evenly in a very shallow furrow, about 1/4 inch deep, and keep seeds moist so they will germinate. Click here for complete Carrot grow guide Additional Details Carrot gets its characteristic and bright orange colour from β-carotene, which is metabolised into vitamin A in humans when bile salts are present in the intestines. Carrots are also rich in dietary fibre, antioxidants, and minerals.