Carrot Seeds (Variety - Red Queen) (Open Pollinated)

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Brighten your garden with Richgrow Seeds Red Queen Open Pollinated Carrot Seeds, the ideal choice for home gardeners and farmers who adore vibrant, sweet harvests at a price that’s unbeatable! This non-GMO, heirloom variety (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) produces tapered, slender Red Queen carrots, growing 18–22 cm long and weighing 90–130 grams, with a striking, deep red-orange skin and a crisp, sugary flesh perfect for fresh snacking, colorful salads, roasting, or juicing. Ready to harvest in 65–75 days after sowing, these uniform, flavorful roots are loaded with vitamins A, C, and lycopene, offering a nutritional boost with every bite. The robust, feathery plants, growing 30–40 cm tall, are resistant to pests like carrot rust flies and diseases such as powdery mildew, letting you grow with ease and minimal sprays. Thriving in cool to mild climates, it’s perfect for spring and fall planting (August–November or February–March), and its excellent shelf life keeps carrots fresh for markets or your pantry. Choose from our friendly packing options—Kitchen Garden Packet (KGP) for small plots, Standard Packet for home gardens, Professional Pack (approx. 200–250 grams) for thriving farms, or custom bulk orders—all lovingly packed in eco-friendly, resealable, moisture-proof, UV-protected packets ensuring a minimum 85% germination rate and featuring simple planting tips. Seed quantity may vary according to variety, providing flexibility for your needs. Our sustainable packaging showcases Richgrow’s commitment to green living and top-quality craftsmanship. Sow 2–3 seeds directly at a 0.5 cm depth in loose, well-drained, sandy loam soil (50% garden soil, 30% compost, 20% sand, pH 6.0–7.0) under full sun (6–8 hours daily), spacing seeds 2–3 cm apart in rows 30–40 cm apart. Keep soil moist during germination (1–3 weeks), thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart when 2–3 cm tall, and feed with organic fertilizers like vermicompost or seaweed extract every 2–3 weeks. Store unopened packets in a cool, dry place for up to 3 years, and keep harvested carrots refrigerated for lasting quality. With Richgrow’s trusted heritage and wallet-friendly pricing, Red Queen seeds are your key to a garden bursting with bold, nutritious carrots. Grab yours now and grow with the brand that makes every seed a bloom of joy! Disclaimer: Germination and yield may vary based on climate, soil conditions, and care practices; consult local gardening resources for the best results.