DESCRIPTION
RHS Award
A very sweet cylindrical type with semi-blunt tips. High in beta-carotene. Good disease tolerance. This variety is suitable for baby carrot production. Long slender, tender carrots with an excellent mild, sweet flavour.
Pack size: 500 Seeds
WHEN TO SOW
April to July
WHERE TO SOW
Sow thinly direct into the growing site 2cm (¾"") deep in rows 30cm (12"") apart. If possible sow carefully so that thinning is not necessary .
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Carrot fly is attracted by the smell whilst thinning, If you have to thin the seedlings, do so in the evening. Water before thinning and remove all the debris. Do not transplant. Aim for roots 5-7cm (2-3"") apart. Young Carrots can always be pulled alternately to 'thin as you eat'.
MATURITY
June to November
HANDY TIP
try sowing Sugarsnax F1 into deep pots with your children or grandchildren. Have great fun as they pull and taste those first sweet roots.
NUTRITIONAL VALUES
High in the antioxidant beta-carotene which the body convert to vitamin A.