Introduction
Carrot cultivation is a pleasant and rewarding activity for amateur gardeners. To ensure an abundant and quality harvest, it is essential to know some secrets and tricks. In this article, we reveal 7 secrets for an easy carrot culture.
1. Choose the right location
Carrots need sunny exposure and a loose, deep and well drained floor to develop properly. Choose a sunny location for your carrot crop.
2. Prepare soil
Before sowing your carrots, prepare the soil by working deep and adding compost or decomposed manure to enrich the soil and promote carrot growth.
3. Sow properly
Carrots are plants with deep roots, so it is important to sow the seeds at a depth of about 1 to 2 cm and space them about 3 to 5 cm each to allow good root development.
4. Water regularly
Keep the soil cool by watering your carrots regularly, especially during dry periods. Avoid excess water to avoid root rot.
5. Clear plants
After seed is lifted, lighten the plants by leaving only one carrot every 5-7 cm. This will allow carrots to develop fully by avoiding competition between them.
6. Protecting pests
Protect your carrots from pests such as carrot worms by using biological control techniques or by placing insect veils. Monitor the condition of your plants regularly to act quickly in case of infestation.
7. Harvesting at the right time
Carrots are ready to be harvested approximately 2-3 months after sowing, when their roots have reached satisfactory size. Remove the carrots delicately by ensuring that they are not damaged and enjoy your abundant and tasty harvest.