Carrot · cool season
Chantenay
Chantenay Carrot (Daucus carota 'Chantenay'): Classic Flavor and Reliable Growth Enjoy the classic flavor and reliable growth of Chantenay Carrot (Daucus carota 'Chantenay'). This well-known carrot variety is prized for its sweet and earthy taste, making it a favorite among gardeners and culinary…
Days to harvest
75
Sow depth
1/2"
Plant spacing
1-3"
Row spacing
18-24"
Sprouts in
8 days
Light
Sun to part shade (4+ hrs)
When to plant
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Sow outsideFrom 2 weeks before to your last frost · sow again every 2–3 weeks
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Sow for fallLast sowing about 12 weeks before your first fall frost
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Growing tips
- Sow when the soil is at least 40°F.
- Best sown right where it will grow — it doesn't like being transplanted.
- For a steady harvest, sow a little every 2–3 weeks instead of all at once.
- Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually in about 8 days.