Roots grow to be a reddish-orange with an indistinct core. This variety produces shorter and thicker carrots that grow to about 14 cm (5 1/2") long when mature. A healthy choice, carrots contain more vitamin A than any other vegetable and when raw, they provide important dietary fibre. Latin Name: Daucus carota subsp. Sativus Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 101123 Product Weight: 1.9 grams / approximately 1400-1500 seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Crisp, sweet Days to Harvest: 60 to 70 days Days to Seed Germination: 10 to 14 days Seed Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4") Row Spacing: 30 cm (12") Plant Spacing: 5 cm (2") Planting Instructions: Sow in early spring in well cultivated soil. Uniform moisture is critical. Seedlings should be thinned to approximately 5 cm (2î) apart for optimal root formation. Sowings of carrot seed can be repeated every 2 weeks until mid-summer. How To Grow: Carrot Red Cored Chantenay Suggestions: An especially good variety for heavy soil. Preparation Ideas: Great for soups, freezing, or canning.