No need to buy carrots: Here’s how I grow clean carrots for my family
Growing carrots at home is a rewarding and rewarding experience. In addition to ensuring a regular supply of fresh and healthy carrots, you can avoid having to buy them from the supermarket. Here’s how you can grow clean carrots for your family:
Land selection
Choose a sunny and well drained lot to plant your carrots. Make sure the floor is furnished, deep and stone-free to facilitate root growth.
Soil preparation
Before you sow your carrots, work the soil by weeding it out and leasing with a fork. Enrich it by adding well-decomposed compost or manure to provide the nutrients needed for carrot growth.
Variety selection
There are many carrot varieties from which you can choose according to your preferences. Choose varieties adapted to family gardening and your climate region.
Seedling
Sow your carrot seeds at a depth of about 1 to 2 cm in furrows spaced 15 to 20 cm apart. Water slightly to keep the soil moist until germinated. Make sure to thin the young plants to promote good development.
Maintenance
Water your carrots regularly to avoid drying up. Eliminate weeds that may compete with your carrots in nutrients and water. Straw plants to conserve soil moisture and limit weed growth.
Harvesting
Carrots are ready to be harvested approximately 2-3 months after sowing. Scratch them gently, making sure they’re not damaged. Cut the fat before storing your carrots in a cool and dark place.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you can grow clean and tasty carrots for your family. Enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your own vegetables grow in your garden and consume them with confidence. No need to buy carrots, you now have the opportunity to grow them yourself!