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Carrot - Egmont Gold

Carrot - Egmont Gold
YATES
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NZ$ 4.50 including GST
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Information

Superbly sweet and crunchy, Egmont Gold grows smooth, sturdy wedge-shaped roots up to 20cm long. Very popular for it's strong growth, disease resistance, and reliable performance in warm weather. Rich in Vitamin A and carotene, and especially good for juicing.

Features

  • Dependable
  • Sweet taste
  • Disease resistant

Product details

Plant space

5-7cm

Sow depth

6mm

Germination

10-21 days

Germination (days)

18 days

Row space

20-30cm

Maturity

16-20 weeks

Maturity (days)

126 days

Botanical name

Daucus carota

How

Sow direct in a Sunny, well drained position. Cover, firm down and moisten. Thin after 4 weeks. Sow successive crops at 4-5 weekly intervals.

Care

Cultivate soil well before sowing as deep, well-drained soils give best results. Add Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone to soil before sowing to help ensure a good crop. Protect from snails and slugs.

Hint

To aid germination, maintain even moisture by laying a plank of wood over row. Remove after germination.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.