Yellow Carrot – MIg

Description

Yellow Carrot is a classic heirloom variety prized for its bright golden-yellow roots, crisp texture, and naturally sweet, mild flavor. The smooth, slender roots typically grow 15–20 cm long and are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. This productive variety is excellent for fresh salads, roasting, soups, juicing, and colorful vegetable dishes, and performs exceptionally well during the UAE’s cool growing season.

When to Plant in the UAE

• Outdoors: Direct sow seeds from October through February, when temperatures are cool.
• Successive Planting: Sow every 2–3 weeks throughout the season for a continuous harvest.

Planting & Care Tips

• Light & Soil: Grow in full sun in loose, deep, well-draining sandy soil free of stones to encourage straight, uniform roots.
• Depth & Germination: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep. Germination typically occurs within 7–14 days.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart, with 25–30 cm between rows.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist throughout the growing season to encourage smooth, tender roots and prevent splitting.
• Feeding: Incorporate compost before planting and avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which promote leafy growth instead of root development.
• Harvest: Roots are ready to harvest in approximately 70–80 days, once they reach full size and develop their rich golden-yellow color.
• Harvesting Tips: Loosen the soil before pulling carrots to avoid damaging the roots. Harvest promptly for the sweetest flavor and best texture.