Tourne-Sol Carrot Scarlet Nantes Pkg.

How many seeds: 500

Scientific Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus

Common Name: Scarlet Nantes Carrot

Exposure: Full sun

Height: 12 to 18 inches

Width: 1 to 2 inches

Spacing: 2 to 3 inches between plants; 12 to 18 inches between rows

Attracts: Bees and beneficial insects when flowering

Use: Fresh eating, cooking, juicing, freezing

Plant Habit: Cool-season root vegetable

Harvest: 65 to 75 days from sowing; harvest when roots are cylindrical with blunt tips

Companion Plants: Onions, leeks, lettuce, peas; avoid planting near dill and parsnips

General Information: Tourne-Sol Scarlet Nantes is a classic, reliable carrot variety known for its smooth, straight, bright orange roots and sweet flavour. It performs well in a wide range of soils and is especially suited to home gardens. Consistent watering and thinning promote uniform root development and excellent texture.