300 Red Cored Chantenay Carrot Seeds – Sweet Crisp Heirloom Daucus carota

Red Cored Chantenay Carrot is a classic heirloom variety prized for its deep orange-red core, sweet flavor, and crisp texture. These short, stout carrots grow to about 5-6 inches long with broad shoulders that taper to a blunt tip, making them ideal for heavy or shallow soils where longer varieties struggle. Their rich color and tender bite make them a favorite for fresh eating, juicing, roasting, and adding vibrant color to salads and stir-fries.

Easy to grow and reliable, Red Cored Chantenay carrots are a great choice for home gardeners, raised beds, and container growing. The 300 seeds offer plenty for successive sowings or a generous single crop. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced grower, these carrots deliver dependable harvests and old-fashioned flavor.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with sweet, crisp roots
• Deep red-orange core and bright orange skin
• Short, blocky roots grow 5-6 inches long
• Adaptable to heavier soils and containers
• Excellent for fresh eating, juicing, and cooking

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Daucus carota
• Plant Type: Biennial (grown as annual)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Loose, well-drained sandy loam
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright rosette with taproot
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-10
• Days to Maturity: 65-75 days
• Spacing: 2-3 inches between plants, 12-18 inches between rows

Planting & Care

Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring, about 2-4 weeks before the last frost, or in late summer for a fall crop. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically takes 10-21 days. Thin seedlings to 2-3 inches apart to allow proper root development. For best results, remove stones and clumps from the soil before planting to prevent forked roots.

Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during dry spells. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest when roots reach desired size, usually 65-75 days after sowing. Red Cored Chantenay carrots can be left in the ground for a short period after maturity without becoming woody.

What's Included

300 Red Cored Chantenay Carrot seeds (Daucus carota).