D.T. Brown Carrot Autumn King 2 Seeds
Cultivate your own delicious, sweet carrots with D.T. Brown Carrot Autumn King 2 Seeds. This popular variety is renowned for its rich flavour and long, tapered roots, making it perfect for harvesting in the autumn months. Autumn King 2 carrots are versatile and can be enjoyed fresh, cooked, or stored for winter use.
Key Features:
- Long-Standing Variety: Produces long, cylindrical carrots that are known for their excellent storage capabilities.
- Sweet and Tender: Offers a rich, sweet flavour and crunchy texture, making them ideal for salads, soups, and roasting.
- High Yield: Known for its generous harvest, providing an abundance of carrots for home cooking and preservation.
- Nutrient-Rich: Packed with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as antioxidants, contributing to a healthy diet.
- Easy to Grow: Suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners, thriving in well-drained, sandy loam soils.
- Amount: 1500 Seeds in this pack
How to Grow:
- Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for an autumn harvest. Plant seeds 1cm ( inch) deep and space them 15-30cm (6-12 inches) apart in rows.
- Germination: Keep the soil consistently moist until germination occurs, usually within 14-21 days.
- Thinning: Once seedlings develop a few true leaves, thin them to the recommended spacing to ensure healthy growth and prevent overcrowding.
- Care: Water regularly, particularly during dry spells, and apply a light fertiliser to support strong root development.
- Harvesting: Harvest carrots when they reach the desired size, typically around 15-20cm (6-8 inches) long. Autumn King 2 carrots are best harvested after a frost for optimal sweetness.
Enjoy the sweet, crunchy flavour of D.T. Brown Carrot Autumn King 2 in your culinary creations, adding nutrition and vibrant colour to your meals while experiencing the joy of growing your own vegetables.