Carrot Baby Sugarsnax 54 F1 Seeds
Carrot Baby Sugarsnax 54 F1 Seeds
1 Packet (Approx 500 Seeds )
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Characteristics
Appearance
These carrots have long, slender, and smooth roots that are typically 9-10 inches long, with a dark orange colour that develops early. They possess a cylindrical shape with a blunt tip, presenting a bright orange colour due to their high beta-carotene content
Taste Profile
Known for its superior sweet and mild flavour, this variety is perfect for fresh consumption, either raw or cooked. Its tender and sweet nature lends itself well to various culinary uses
Yield
Sugarsnax 54 F1 matures early and can be harvested as baby carrots once they reach a desirable size, or left to grow to full size. Typically, they are ready for harvest in about 68 days
Growth Type
It's an Imperator type variety, growing long and slender when spaced closely, but can become shorter and thicker if thinned out further apart4.
Environment: This carrot variety thrives in well-drained, finely-prepared soil, and prefers full sun to partial shade. It's best sowed outdoors from March to July
Cultivation Environment
Reliability
High resistance to diseases like Alternaria blight and Cercospora makes it a reliable choice for gardeners. Moreover, its strong tops support healthy growth.
Cultivation Notes
Sow thinly at a depth of 1.5cm, allowing 30cm between rows. Early sowings may benefit from cloche protection. Seedlings typically appear in 14-21 days and can be thinned by harvesting young carrots, allowing the remainder to grow on. Water well until plants are established.
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Plant Hight / Spread
Height 30cm Spread 15cm
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Positioning
Full Sun
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Hardiness
Hardy
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Ideal Location
Outside beds
In Summary:Carrot Baby Sugarsnax 54 F1 is an early maturing, Imperator variety carrot known for its sweetness and high beta-carotene content. It grows long, slender, and smooth roots, which are dark orange in color. They can be harvested young as baby carrots or allowed to mature to a length of about 9-10 inches. This variety is highly resistant to diseases and prefers a sunny to partially shaded environment. It's ideal for direct sowing outdoors in the UK from March to July, and demonstrates reliable growth with strong tops supporting its structure.