CARROT: ST. VALERY

(DAUCUS CAROTA)

A French heirloom first mentioned by renowned seed supplier and botanical boutique “Vilmorin” in the 1880’s, where it was said to have been grown for quite some time already. A very reliable producer and easy to grow carrot with exquisite flavour. An absolute must have / grow for the lover of a: “classic orange carrot”.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – MAR

Temperate: JUL – APR

Sub – Tropical: MAR – SEP

Tropical: APR, MAY

Arid: FEB – SEP

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 5.5-6.5

Rich, well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Only sow direct;10mm deep – 5cm apart, rows 30cm apart.

Keep moist.

succession planting – every 21 days:

DAYS TO HARVEST

APPROX. 85 Days

APPROX 300 SEEDS