carrot 'Chantenay Royal'
Daucus carota 'Chantenay'
- approx 2000 seeds
- £1.95 £2.29
- available to order from spring
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- Seed Packets (only) £2.99
- Position: full sun
- Soil: fertile, well drained and light
- Rate of growth: average
- Hardiness: hardy annual
A heritage, almost coreless variety perfect for heavier soils and containers. Easy to pull when harvesting, 'Royal Chantenay' has small, conical roots with broad shoulders and strong foliage that can be sown successionally for a regular supply of delicious carrots. Later sowings result in superbly flavoured, main crop roots which store extremely well.
Water regularly in dry weather to promote even growth and prevent splitting. Keep beds weed-free to reduce competition. As roots develop, earth up slightly to stop shoulders turning green. Use horticultural fleece to protect against carrot fly. Harvest when roots are mature and firm – gently lift with a fork to to avoid damage. Store only undamaged carrots in cool, dry conditions.
Sow carrot seeds thinly in shallow drills, covering lightly with soil or compost. For early or late crops, use cloches or grow under cover to protect seedlings from the cold. Thin gradually to final spacing of around 5cm (2in), ideally in the evening to reduce the risk of carrot fly. Water before thinning to minimise root disturbance.
Avoid sowing in freshly manured soil, which can cause roots to fork. Grow under horticultural fleece or surround crops with a 60cm (2ft) high barrier to deter carrot fly. Sow small batches every few weeks for a continuous harvest from early summer to autumn. Harvest when roots reach a usable size, around 4–5cm (2in) wide.
Avoid sowing in freshly manured soil, which can cause roots to fork. Grow under horticultural fleece or surround crops with a 60cm (2ft) high barrier to deter carrot fly. Sow small batches every few weeks for a continuous harvest from early summer to autumn. Harvest when roots reach a usable size, around 4–5cm (2in) wide.
