Carrot

For small carrot seeds to germinate, the soil mustn’t form a hard crust on top; cover with a layer of fine sand, vermiculite, or compost… Read More »What Do You Cover Carrot Seeds With?

The nutrition of carrots has a large influence on the growth and development and importantly on carrot quality. Several key nutrients are involved but none… Read More »Which Nutrient Is Most Important For Carrot Crop?

Organic mulches suitable for carrots and veggie gardens include straw, sawdust, leaf mold, pine needles, sawdust, compost and manure. Though hay can be used as… Read More »What Is A Good Mulch For Carrots?

Sowing too early is a common mistake. Carrots are slow to germinate, but they are even slower and sometimes won’t sprout at all if the… Read More »Why Won’T My Carrot Seeds Germinate?

Determine the spacing – Plant your carrot seeds 1″ apart. Or, if you prefer, you can just scatter them in rows, and thin them out… Read More »Can You Just Sprinkle Carrot Seeds?

Carrot seeds are naturally slow germinators, but you can speed things up a bit by priming the seeds indoors. Starting three to four days before… Read More »What Is The Fastest Way To Germinate Carrot Seeds?

Hold the carrot with one hand upright, like the trunk of a tree, on the chopping board. Using your other hand, cut shallow wedges down… Read More »How Do You Cut Carrots Into Flowers?

We recommend sowing seeds directly in the garden (or wherever you plan to grow them) rather than transplanting. Carrots do not like to have their… Read More »Can You Plant Carrot Seeds Straight Into The Ground?

Harvesting. Carrots are ready about 12–16 weeks after sowing. So from repeated sowings you can enjoy fresh carrots from late spring to autumn. How many… Read More »How Many Months Does It Take Carrots To Grow?

full sun. Carrots grow best in full sun and light, fertile, well-drained soil. If your soil is stony, shallow or heavy clay, you may end… Read More »Where Is The Best Place To Plant Carrots?