Growing Carrots
Planting
- Dig up your soil to a depth of about 20cm and a fine tilth before planting carrots.
- Loosely compacted soil makes it easy for carrot roots to push through as they grow longer.
- Do not apply manure before or during planting as it will cause the carrot roots to be forked.
- For high yields, buy seeds from a certified agrovet.
- Mix carrot seeds with sand before planting to be able to handle as the seeds are very small.
Management
- Water the plants if it is not raining and mulch around the base to conserve moisture.
- Thin the carrots regularly to create room for the roots as they become bigger and longer.
- The ideal spacing is 10cm between plants and 30cm between rows.
- Monitor your crop on a daily basis to check if you have any pests and diseases. Spray when necessary to control any infestation.
Harvesting
Harvest carrots 3-4 weeks after planting or when they are big enough to be eaten. For a continuous supply of carrots, sow new seeds every few weeks.
