Early Amsterdam Carrot - Organic Seeds

Early Amsterdam Carrot – A Quick-Growing, Flavorful Variety

The Early Amsterdam Carrot is a fast-maturing variety, perfect for early harvesting. It produces long, slender, cylindrical roots without a core, with a juicy and highly aromatic flesh. This carrot is ideal for those looking to enjoy fresh, home-grown produce early in the season.

Growing Tips for Early Amsterdam Carrot

Sowing:
For early varieties, sow in February under cover (such as in a tunnel, cold frame, or greenhouse).
For summer or late varieties, sow directly into the soil from May to July, spacing the rows 30 cm apart. Cover the seeds with about 1 cm of well-packed soil and keep it moist until germination.

Thinning:
Thin the seedlings to 5 cm when they have 3-4 leaves. After two weeks, thin them again to 7-10 cm, depending on the variety.
Tip: To make thinning easier, mix the carrot seeds with sand for a lighter, more even sowing.

Care:
Choose a well-drained, organic-rich soil for best results. Carrots prefer light, sandy soils with plenty of sunlight.
Regularly trim the flower stems to encourage leaf growth.
Mulch the soil around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weed growth.

Harvesting:
The Early Amsterdam Carrot is ready for harvest approximately 70 days after sowing, allowing you to enjoy fresh, tender carrots early in the season.

Tips and Tricks:
Purple, yellow, and white carrot varieties are less affected by carrot fly.
Soaking or chilling the seeds can improve germination, though it is not essential.