Scarlet Nantes Carrot

Daucus carota Days to Maturity: 65-75 A classic heirloom variety known for its smooth, cylindrical, and 6" blunt-tipped roots. Its bright orange skin and fine-grained core offer a crisp, sweet flavor, making it excellent for eating raw or juicing. Known for its uniform shape and tender texture, and can perform well in a variety of soil conditions. Planting Instructions: Direct sow Scarlet Nantes carrot seeds in early spring or late summer. Plant seeds 1/4" deep, 1" apart in rows spaced 12-18" apart. Thin to 3-4" avoid overcrowding once they reach a couple inches in height. Keep moist until seeds germinate-- it is easy for carrot seed to dry out when first planted and can take up to 3 weeks to germinate. Seed Saving Instructions: At the end of the first season, select the best-looking and tastiest roots for seed saving by tasting a small bite from side or tip of root. In warmer climates like the desert southwest, leave these in the ground to overwinter and cover with straw. In colder cl