Chantenay Red-Cored Carrot 2 - Organic Seeds

Chantenay Red-Cored Carrot 2 – A Sturdy, Flavorful Classic

The Chantenay Red-Cored Carrot 2 is a traditional and hardy variety, valued for its firm texture and sweet taste. The roots are medium-sized, conical with a rounded tip, and have a deep orange-red core. With its excellent flavor and good storage potential, this carrot is perfect for both fresh consumption and long-term preservation.

How to Grow Chantenay Red-Cored Carrots

1. Sowing – The Key to a Good Harvest

• Early crop: Sow from February under cover (cold greenhouse, tunnel, or frame).
• Summer and storage crop: Sow directly in open ground between May and July in rows spaced 30 cm apart.
• Sowing depth: Cover the seeds with about 1 cm of firmed soil and keep the ground moist until germination.
• Thinning:
  • Thin the young plants to 5 cm apart when they have 3-4 leaves.
  • Two weeks later, thin again to 7-10 cm spacing.
    👉 Tip: Mix the seeds with sand for a more even distribution and to reduce the need for thinning.

2. Cultivation – Ensuring Strong and Healthy Roots

• Soil: Choose well-drained, humus-rich, and light soil, preferably sandy, with good sun exposure.
• Care:
  • Remove flower stalks regularly to direct energy into root growth.
  • Apply mulch to retain soil moisture and reduce weed growth.

3. Harvesting and Storage – Enjoy Your Carrots for Longer

• Harvest period:
  • Early carrots: 80 to 100 days after sowing.
  • Storage carrots: 120 to 140 days after sowing.
• Storage tips:
  • Cut the foliage just above the crown and leave the roots to dry for a day on the soil.
  • Store them unwashed in a cool, dry place like a cellar or storage pit.
  • Regularly check the stored carrots and remove any that show signs of rot.

Tips for a Successful Crop

✅ Purple, yellow, and white carrot varieties are less affected by carrot flies.
✅ Soaking the seeds or briefly exposing them to cold can improve germination but is not essential.

By following these steps, you’ll enjoy delicious Chantenay Red-Cored Carrots 2, fresh from your garden or stored for months!