Sytan has shown a good tolerance to carrot fly during its many years of rigorous assessments. With an exceptional taste from early sowings, the finger-shaped, rich orange, coreless roots are ideal raw, boiled or steamed.

Sow March to July, at 4 week intervals. Sow thinly, 1cm (½ inch) deep in drills 30cm (12 inches) apart.

Thin seedlings to 5cm ( 2inches) apart when large enough to handle, to reduce risk of carrot root fly attack.

Keep well watered for best quality roots.

Make Algerian carrots by heating lightly steamed carrots with chili sauce, cumin and lemon juice.