Okra – 350 Seeds – Annual Vegetable – Outdoor Cultivation – Summer Harvest

Main Features: Botanical Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus Type: Biennial root vegetable (cultivated as annual) Number of Seeds: 200 Sowing Time: March to July, depending on variety and region Maturity: 60 to 110 days after sowing (depending on variety) Root Length: [Please fill in – long variety: 15–20 cm / half-long variety: 10–15 cm / round variety: 3–5 cm] Location: Full sun Soil: Light, deep, well-drained, and stone-free Description: Carrots are an essential root vegetable in the garden. This orange variety is prized for its mild flavor and versatility in the kitchen. Easy to grow, it is suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners. Uses: Raw consumption (grated, as a snack) Cooking (soups, stews, casseroles) Preservation (storing in sand or freezing) Sowing and Cultivation: Sowing: Time: Sow outdoors from March to July. For a staggered harvest, sow successively every 2–3 weeks. Depth: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in rows 25–30 cm apart. Germination: Germination takes 10 to 20 days at an ideal soil temperature of 12–20°C. Carrot seeds germinate slowly; keep the soil moist until germination. Thinning: When seedlings have 3–4 leaves, thin to 3–5 cm spacing (for long varieties) or 5–8 cm spacing (for half-long varieties). Cultivation: Soil: Prefer light, deep, and well-drained soil. Stony or compacted soils can lead to split or deformed roots. Watering: Regular, especially during dry periods. Generous but less frequent watering promotes good root development. Care: Lightly hoe between rows to aerate the soil and suppress weeds. Mulching helps retain moisture. Fertilization: Avoid excessive nitrogen applications, which promote leaf growth at the expense of roots. Soil enriched with compost before sowing is sufficient. Harvest: Time: 60 to 110 days after sowing, depending on the variety. Carrots can be harvested young (baby carrots) or fully mature. Method: Harvest in dry weather. For long varieties, use a digging fork to avoid breaking the roots. Storage: Carrots keep for several months in a cool, dry, and dark place. Tips: Carrots withstand light frost. Late sowings (July) can be harvested in autumn and stored for winter. To avoid diseases, do not grow carrots in the same place for two consecutive years. Packaging: 200 seeds.