Shin Kuroda – Carrot Seed

Description

Shin Kuroda – Carrot Seeds offer a high-quality, versatile variety of carrot known for its sweet flavor, smooth texture, and vibrant orange color. This Japanese heirloom variety is particularly famous for its tender flesh, and it matures quickly, making it an ideal choice for home gardeners and commercial growers alike. Shin Kuroda carrots are perfect for fresh eating, juicing, or cooking, and they thrive in cooler climates, providing excellent yields throughout the growing season.

Key Features:

Sweet and Tender Flavor: Shin Kuroda carrots are known for their rich sweetness and smooth, tender texture, making them ideal for fresh consumption and culinary use.

Quick Maturing: This variety matures in 70–80 days, making it a fast-growing choice for gardeners looking for a quick crop of carrots.

Uniform Shape: Shin Kuroda carrots grow with a consistent, cylindrical shape and a deep orange color, perfect for harvesting and storage.

Cold Tolerant: Thrives in cooler temperatures, making it an excellent choice for early spring or late fall planting.

High Yielding: Known for producing high yields with minimal effort, Shin Kuroda carrots are perfect for both small and large gardens.

Versatile Use: Ideal for fresh eating, juicing, or adding to a variety of dishes, from salads to soups, stews, and stir-fries.

Specifications:

Plant Type: Annual

Root Type: Cylindrical, smooth, deep orange

Days to Maturity: 70–80 days from sowing to harvest

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Soil Type: Well-drained, loose, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8

Germination Time: 10–14 days at 55–75°F

Planting Season: Early spring or late summer for fall harvest

Ideal For: Home gardens, raised beds, market gardens, and container gardening

Planting Instructions:

Preparation: Choose a well-drained, loose soil bed free of stones and debris. Amend the soil with organic compost or well-rotted manure for improved fertility.

Sowing: Directly sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil temperature is between 55°F and 75°F. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep, spaced 1–2 inches apart in rows 12–18 inches apart.

Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the growing season, especially during germination and the development of the roots.