Carrot Danvers Half Long

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Danvers Half-Long is a fantastic carrot to grow in shallow soils. Near perfect cylindrical roots grow to about 15-18 cm (6-7") in length. With tender reddish-orange skin and a sweet taste, these carrots are the perfect addition to salads, soups, stews or garnish.

Sku: 131114

Product Weight: 2 grams / approximately 1400-1500 seeds

GROWING INFORMATION

Days to
Germination:

10 to 14 days

Days to
Maturity:

55 days

KEY FEATURES

Flavor: Sweet crunchy

Preparation Ideas: Clean, peel and slice carrots. Bring 3 cm (1") of salted water to boil in a saucepan. Add the carrot slices. Return to boil, then reduce the heat and cover the pan. Cook until just tender, but not soft. This will take about 10-15 minutes. Drain and eat hot. For extra flavor add salt, pepper and butter.

Seed Type: Heirloom

Plant Type: Vegetable

Latin: Daucus carota subsp. Sativus

How To Grow

INSTRUCTIONS

Sow in early spring in well cultivated soil. Uniform moisture is critical. Seedlings should be thinned to approximately 5 cm (2”) apart for optimal root formation. Sowings of carrot seed can be repeated every 2 weeks until mid-summer.

Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4")

Plantling Spacing: 5 cm (2")

Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")