Scarlet Nantes Carrot Seed

Nearly coreless. Sweet, brilliant orange, blunt, cylindrical roots are very delicate and fine-grained. High moisture content make them a natural for juicing and good for storing. Originally from France but grown in this country for 70 years now. A good variety for heavier soils. Adds character to any soup, stew or roast; delicious when simply steamed or cut into carrot sticks. Photo courtesy of Baker Creek Heirloom Seed.

• Days to germinate: 6-20
• Days to maturity: 65-75
• Start indoors: Not recommended
• Sow outdoors after the last frost.
• Seed spacing: 2-3”
• Seed depth: ¼”
• Produce size: 6-7” long, about 1-1/2” diameter
• Yield: 1 carrot per seed
• Mature plant height: 8-12”
• Suitable for container growing: Yes
• Origin: France, popularized in the U.S. in the 1950s