A sweet, blunt-tipped cylindrical carrot with crisp, tender flesh and a fine core. A reliable all-rounder that grows well in deep, loose, stone-free soil.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 30 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Carrot 'Nantes'
Daucus carota 'Nantes' is an moderate-growing edible plant in the Apiaceae family. It reaches around 30 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Carrot 'Nantes'
Carrot 'Nantes' suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Carrot 'Nantes' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Carrot 'Nantes' is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Carrot 'Nantes' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Carrot 'Nantes' in the garden
Carrot 'Nantes' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Carrot 'Nantes' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Carrot 'Nantes'
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Carrot 'Nantes' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.