Sweet, crisp, and garden-ready!
Nantes Scarlet is a French heirloom with a reputation for flavor and finesse. With its smooth, cylindrical roots and juicy crunch, this carrot is a favorite for fresh eating, juicing, and gourmet dishes. It’s as easy to grow as it is to love.
Variety: Nantes Scarlet (Daucus carota)
Growth Habit: Cool-season biennial (grown as annual)
Height: 8–10 inches
Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, and mild
Color: Bright orange, uniform roots
Planting Conditions: Full sun; loose, sandy soil preferred
Harvest Timeline: 65–75 days to mature roots
Microgreens: Ready in 10–14 days
Uses: Fresh eating, juicing, salads, and microgreens
Fun Fact: Named after the Nantes region in France, this variety is prized for its consistent shape and tender texture.
Nantes Scarlet carrots are a treat straight from the soil. Their tender texture and sweet flavor make them perfect for raw snacking, slicing into salads, or juicing for a refreshing drink. As microgreens, they’re delicate and subtly sweet, ideal for garnishing dishes with a touch of garden charm. Whether you’re growing for flavor, beauty, or both, Nantes delivers.
To Full Size
🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: ¼ inch deep, 1 inch apart in rows 12–18 inches apart.
💧 Water Evenly: Keep soil moist but not soggy.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 2–3 inches apart for best root development.
✂️ Harvest: Pull when roots are 6–8 inches long and bright orange.
For Microgreens
🪴 Prepare Your Tray: Use a shallow tray with seed-starting mix.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Scatter evenly (8–10 grams per 10"x20" tray).
💦 Mist and Cover: Mist gently and cover for 2–3 days.
☀️ Light and Watering: Place under grow lights and bottom water daily.
✂️ Harvest: Snip at 10–14 days when greens are 2–3 inches tall.
