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Ferry-Morse

Long Imperator

Carrot

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

HeirloomNon-GMONon-Neonic

About (From this Label)

The Long Imperator variety is defined by large, straight, smooth roots that grow to be about 8 inches long when fully mature. The flesh is firm, and the flavor is excellent. It's perfect in fresh salads and is one of nature's best sources of vitamin A.

About the Plant

Life Cycle
Biennial
Harvest year 1, seeds year 2
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Origin
United States
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Germination
8–12 days
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Days to Maturity
72–77 days
Fruit Size
8 in

How to Plant

Planting Depth
1/4–1/2 in
Seed Spacing
3 in
Row Spacing
1 1/4 ft
Thin To
3 in

Label Claims

Vitamins

one of nature's best sources of vitamin A

Succession

Resow every 21 days for a continuous harvest.

Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)

In full sun and well-drained soil, sow 4 seeds per inch in the row. Cover the seeds firmly with soil. When the plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 3 inches apart in the row. For fresh carrots all season, plant every 3 weeks until 75 days before the first fall frost.

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