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Scarlet Nantes Carrot Seeds

Scarlet Nantes Carrot Seeds

SKU:3017

Organic
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
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Scarlet Nantes' is an 1850s' French favorite for many reasons—sweet flavor, tender, abundant producer, and consistent quality. Nearly coreless! There is no finer garden treat than a homegrown carrot pulled fresh from the earth!

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~0.8 g

(~410 seeds)

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Variety Info

Days to Maturity: 75 days

Family: Apiaceae

Type: Nantes Type (Learn More)

Native: Africa, Eurasia

Hardiness: Frost-tolerant biennial grown as an annual

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: Roots are 6"–7" long at their peak

Variety Info: Deep orange, sweet, crisp, cylindrical root; nearly coreless. 'Scarlet Nantes' is a Nantes type carrot.

Attributes: Frost Tolerant

Non GMO Project

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 45°F, ideally 60°–85°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 10 to 12 weeks before your average first fall frost date. In very warm climates, carrots are grown primarily in fall, winter, and spring.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended; root disturbance stunts growth.

Days to Emerge: 10–25 days

Seed Depth: ¼"

Seed Spacing: 1"

Row Spacing: 6"

Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 3"

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Growing Info

Harvesting: For best flavor and texture, harvest carrots any time before, and until they reach their optimal size. Peak harvest period lasts about 3 weeks, longer in the fall. Late summer-sown carrots are sweetened after having been kissed by light frost; however, harvest before soil freezes, which may destroy the crop. In USDA zone 5 or warmer, carrots can be left in the ground for storage provided they are heavily mulched; harvest as needed on days the ground is not frozen.

4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 21 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 15 Total 4 star reviews: 3 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • Wes M.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/12/25
    5 Stars

    Everyone told me that carrots were hard to grow. These carrots were easy to grow! We are in North Alabama and they did very well. I planted some seeds I bought at Lowe’s (very little production)and the BI seeds at the same time. The Bi seeds produced so many carrots that we canned 12 quarts, shared with family and friends, and enjoyed fresh. This was our first canning experience also! We are beyond hooked on gardening!! Ordering more today

  • Jessica
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6/17/24
    5 Stars

    These are performing so well! I planted out in March and already harvested in late may! They are getting huge under the soil! I'm succession harvesting now and having great germination rates. Will definitely buy again!

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
  • Lily ..
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/28/24
    5 Stars

    These pictures are from my first season growing these. My husband and I had never eaten fresh grown carrots before, and he remarked how tasty they were compared to store bought carrots. I got a great harvest, and here's me holding up a picture-perfect bunch next to my carrot-bunch kitchen towel ;)

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
  • Nina
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2/24/25
    5 Stars

    Love this brand! Never disappoints!

  • Lucina K.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/13/25
    5 Stars

    These carrots grew well and had good flavor. Carrots are finicky so I made seed tape and planted them that way-worked like a charm!