Approximate root length: 15-18cms (6-7 inches).
High yielding, very juicy, crisp and sweet, top quality, long, conical roots and small core. Ideal for juicing or fresh eating. Can be sown indoors from January onwards. Suitable for growing under glass, frames and containers.
Carrots prefer a deep, rich well drained soil which does not contain fresh manure or compost. Sow spring to mid summer in drills 1cm (½in) deep, spaced 30cm (12in) apart.
The last thinnings should provide tender roots just large enough to be used. Harvest late summer and autumn. The roots can be lifted and stored between layers of peat or sand in a frost-free place for winter use.
Carrots make a healthy, nutritious addition to your daily diet. They are high in Vitamin A and beta-carotene, and rich in antioxidants.