Chantenay Carrot Seed /100g

Chantenay Carrot Seed ? Sweet, Crisp & High-Yield Variety for All Soils Chantenay Carrot (Daucus carota var. Chantenay) is a highly adaptable, sweet-flavored, and uniform carrot variety loved by farmers and home gardeners alike. It thrives in a wide range of soils ? especially heavy or clay soils ? where longer carrot types may struggle. Chantenay produces short, broad, conical roots with rich orange color, crisp texture, and superior taste. This variety is ideal for fresh market sales, processing, and home consumption, delivering consistent results and high yields even under challenging growing conditions. Key Features Variety Name: Chantenay Carrot Type: Open-pollinated / Heirloom variety Root Shape: Short, broad, conical Color: Deep orange flesh with smooth skin Maturity: 85?90 days after sowing Root Length: 10?15 cm Average Weight: 100?150 g per root Yield Potential: 25?30 tonnes per hectare Flavor: Sweet and crunchy Adaptability: Grows well in clay, loam, and sandy soils Agronomic Benefits ? Excellent for Heavy Soils: Short, thick roots grow successfully where other carrot varieties fail. ? High Yield & Uniform Roots: Produces consistent root size and shape for market presentation. ? Rich Flavor & Nutrition: High in beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamins A and C. ? Great Storage Quality: Retains freshness and sweetness for long periods after harvest. ? Versatile Use: Perfect for fresh consumption, juicing, and food processing. Recommended Growing Regions Performs excellently in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, and other tropical regions with cool to moderately warm temperatures. Ideal for both rain-fed and irrigated carrot farming. Planting Guide Land Preparation: Deeply till the soil to loosen compacted areas for better root development. Seed Rate: 4?6 kg per hectare. Spacing: 30 cm between rows and 5?7 cm between plants. Fertilizer: Apply NPK 15:15:15 at planting and top-dress with potassium nitrate during root bulking. Watering: Maintain consistent moisture for uniform root growth. Harvesting: Ready in about 3 months after sowing when roots reach full color and size. ? Pest & Disease Management Resistant to many common carrot diseases. For pest control (aphids, nematodes, and carrot fly), apply recommended safe agrochemicals such as Actara or Belt Expert, and rotate with non-root crops for soil health. Packaging Options Available in: 10g sachet 100g pack 500g bulk pack Each pack is hermetically sealed to preserve high germination rate (?90%) and seed purity. Why Choose Chantenay Carrot? Excellent adaptability to tropical climates High market value and strong consumer demand Perfect for commercial and backyard farming Sweet taste and crisp texture that consumers love Easy to grow with reliable germination