Carrot All Season Cross F1 Seeds
Carrot ‘All Season Cross’ F1 is an outstanding Chantenay-type hybrid that has earned an excellent reputation for producing large, uniform roots with exceptional colour, flavour and reliability. Bred for high productivity and consistent performance, this premium F1 variety develops attractive conical carrots with smooth skins, a rich deep orange colour throughout and a remarkably small core. The sweet, crisp flesh makes it an excellent choice for fresh eating, cooking and long harvesting throughout the growing season.
Growing to approximately 20cm in length and around 5cm in diameter, the well-shaped roots regularly reach weights of around 200g under good growing conditions. The vigorous foliage provides strong growth and reliable yields, while the variety’s naturally slow bolting habit allows it to perform well during cool spring weather. All Season Cross F1 also offers intermediate resistance to cavity spot, helping to maintain healthy, market-quality roots. Its excellent colour consistency and uniformity make it equally suitable for kitchen gardens, allotments and exhibition growers looking for attractive, high-quality carrots.
Sowing & Propagation
Sow seeds from March to June directly into finely prepared, stone-free soil in a sunny position. Draw shallow drills approximately 1cm deep, spacing rows around 30cm apart. Sow thinly and cover lightly with fine soil.
Once seedlings are established, thin carefully to leave 5 to 8cm between plants. For the straightest roots, avoid disturbing the developing taproots and grow in light, well-drained soil free from fresh manure or large stones. Early sowings can be protected with cloches or low tunnels to encourage quicker establishment.
Growing On
Keep the crop well watered during dry weather to encourage even root development and reduce the risk of splitting. Weed regularly to minimise competition and maintain good airflow around the foliage.
Protect young crops from carrot root fly using fine insect mesh or horticultural fleece where necessary. Avoid thinning during the middle of the day, as the scent released can attract adult carrot root flies. Rotate carrot crops each year to help reduce soil-borne pests and diseases and avoid growing on freshly manured ground, which can encourage forked roots.
Harvesting
Harvest from July through October, depending on sowing time. Lift the carrots carefully using a fork to avoid damaging the roots. The large, smooth carrots have crisp, sweet flesh and are excellent eaten fresh, steamed, roasted, added to soups and stews or stored for later use. Their outstanding colour and uniform shape also make them an excellent choice for exhibition and market displays.
Key Features
- Premium F1 hybrid
- Chantenay-type carrot
- Large conical roots
- Rich deep orange colour throughout
- Small core
- Excellent sweet flavour
- High yielding
- Slow to bolt
- Intermediate resistance to cavity spot
- Performs well in cooler growing conditions
- Ideal for UK gardens and allotments
Carrot ‘All Season Cross’ F1 is an exceptional choice for gardeners looking for reliable crops of large, beautifully coloured carrots with outstanding flavour. Its vigorous growth, excellent uniformity and dependable performance make it one of the finest Chantenay-type hybrids for home gardeners, allotment holders and exhibition growers alike.
Seeds Qty: 200 seeds
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