CARROT Early Nantes
Overview
CARROT Early Nantes is a historic, heirloom variety renowned for its exceptional taste and crisp texture. Originally listed in a 19th-century French seed catalogue, Nantes carrots have remained popular for generations due to their sweet, mild flavor and smooth, dark orange roots.
Key Features
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Sweet and Crisp: The flesh is almost coreless, offering a tender, crunchy bite perfect for salads or fresh eating.
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Uniform Shape: Blunt at both ends, Nantes carrots grow 6–7 inches long with a nearly cylindrical shape.
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Fast-Growing: Matures in approximately 60–65 days from sowing, making it ideal for early harvesting.
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Versatile Uses: Perfect for fresh salads, roasting, steaming, or serving with new potatoes. Baby carrots are particularly delicious.
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Compact Growing: Suitable for gardens of all sizes; grows well in troughs, planters, or even buckets.
Growing Instructions
CARROT Early Nantes seeds are designed for UK conditions and come with detailed planting instructions on the back of each packet. Key tips:
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Sow seeds directly into well-drained soil, ideally in a sunny spot.
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Maintain even moisture during germination.
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Thin seedlings to avoid overcrowding and allow roots to grow evenly.
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Harvest when young for tender baby carrots or wait until fully mature for the best flavor.
Why Choose CARROT Early Nantes?
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Historically praised for “almost perfectly cylindrical roots” and “very sweet and mild flavor.”
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High germination quality – all seeds are visually inspected before dispatch.
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Immediate dispatch with free UK delivery included.
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Each packet contains approximately 130 seeds.
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Satisfaction guaranteed with a 48-hour reporting window for issues.
Add CARROT Early Nantes to your garden and enjoy a truly sweet, crisp, and versatile carrot variety that has been loved for over a century.
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