• Carrot - Chantenay Red Cored 2 - 100 seeds - Small Garden Sowing
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Carrot - Chantenay 2 Red Cored - 100 seeds

Carrot - Chantenay 2 Red Cored - 100 seeds

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Chantenay 2 Red Cored is a popular variety of carrot known for its short, stocky shape and vibrant orange-red core. It produces thick, conical roots that grow to about 5-6 inches long, making it ideal for heavy or shallow soils where longer carrots may struggle. This variety has a sweet, rich flavor and crisp texture, making it excellent for fresh eating, roasting, or juicing. It is a reliable and hardy crop. Additionally, Chantenay 2 Red Cored carrots store well after harvest, maintaining their flavour and texture for extended periods.

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Sowing and Growing Guide

Chantenay 2 Red Cored Carrot

Indoor Sowing

  • Start seeds indoors 2-4 weeks before the last expected frost date.
  • Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, 2-3 seeds per cell.
  • Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 60-65°F.
  • Seedlings should emerge in 10-14 days.
  • Once seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to one per cell.
  • Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are 3-4 inches tall and have at least two sets of true leaves.

Outdoor Sowing

  • Sow seeds directly into the garden 2-4 weeks before the last expected frost date.
  • Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil that has been amended with compost.
  • Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1-2 inches apart in rows spaced 12-18 inches apart.
  • Keep the soil moist and weed-free.
  • Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall, leaving 3-4 inches between plants.

Growing

  • Early Nantes 2 carrots prefer well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
  • Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Protect young seedlings from pests, such as carrot flies, by covering with a floating row cover.
  • Harvest carrots when they are 3-4 inches long and have reached their full color.
  • Store harvested carrots in a cool, dry place, such as a root cellar or refrigerator.