Description

Best Grown: Outdoors or in deep beds/containers
Sowing Time: March–June
Plant Out: Not usually transplanted; sow direct
Harvest Time: September–December (about 16–20 weeks after sowing)
Spacing: Thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart in rows 25 cm apart
Height: Foliage approx. 30–40 cm tall
Difficulty: Easy

Why grow it?

• Large, thick, deep orange roots — perfect for winter storage
• Excellent flavour, especially when cooked
• High yields and reliable performance
• Ideal for autumn and winter use
• Great for beginners wanting a long-lasting crop

How to grow: Sow direct outdoors March–June in well-prepared, stone-free soil. Sow thinly, 1 cm deep, in rows 25 cm apart. Keep soil moist. Thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart. Protect from carrot fly with mesh or fleece. Harvest from September for big, sweet roots that store well.

Cooking / usage ideas: Perfect for stews, soups, roasting, or storing for winter use. Sweet flavour deepens when cooked.

Seeds per pack: not specified