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Carrot Early Nantes Vegetable Seeds
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Carrot Early Nantes Vegetable Seeds

from $9.99 AUD incl gst

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Features
  • Young carrots are tender & sweet.
  • Bright orange & nearly coreless.
  • Popular heirloom variety.
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Contact us for international enquiries. Available in 100 grams, 1 kg, and 5 kg packs.
Product Specifications
  • Non-GMO seeds.
  • No chemical treatment.
  • Open pollinated.
  • Variety: Nantes (heirloom).
  • Botanical name: Daucus carota.
  • Seed count per gram: Approx. 600-900.

CARROT ‘Early Nantes’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Daucus carota

    • Suitable as baby carrots & for microgreens.
    • Grows to approximately 15 – 20 cm with smooth, rounded tips.
    • French, heirloom variety from 1800’s.

‘Nantes’ is a classic carrot variety known for its reliable performance and exceptional flavor. Originally developed in the Nantes region of France, this variety has been a favorite among gardeners for generations.

Plant Type: Biennial cool season crop; frost hardy

Plant Height: 20 – 30 cm

Sow When:

      • Temperate: December – April.
      • Subtropical: August – March.
      • Tropical: February – September.
      • Cool: August – March.
      • Arid: All year round; water consistently to ensure germination in dry conditions

Germination:

      • 10 – 14 days
      • Depth: 6 mm deep

Position: Full sun to partial shade

Sow Where: Sow directly into well-prepared soil or raised beds

Soil Type: Loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter; pH 6.0 – 7.5

Rows: 30 – 40 cm apart

Spacing: 5 – 10 cm between plants

Details: Carrot seeds are small and should be sown thinly to avoid overcrowding. Keep the soil consistently moist until seeds germinate. Once seedlings have grown to a few inches tall, thin them to the desired spacing.

Harvest: 60 – 75 days: harvest when carrots have reached the desired size, typically 15 – 20 cm in length. Pull carrots gently from the soil, taking care not to damage the roots. Enjoy fresh or store in a cool, dark place for extended storage.