Carrot : Kingston F1

Vegetable

• Crops in : 85 Days
• Ideal for : Children

Description

Carrot Kingston is a new hybrid of high calibre, producing heavy, cylindrical, well-coloured roots with impeccable flavour. With strong tops, meaning easier lifting, 'Kingston' also boasts good storage qualities, and is ideal for winter stews, casseroles and as a steamed vegetable. Versatile, easy to grow variety for the garden. Ideal for winter storage. Seeds are in the RHS Vegetable Collection.

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board's garden
By richard board 22-11-2010
fantastic choice

Sowing Instructions

Sow May to end June for maincrop production. Sow seeds thinly, 12mm (½ inch) deep in well prepared soil, in rows 30cm (12 inches) apart. Thin out seedlings if necessary, to 2.5cm (1 inch) apart.

Growing Instructions

Water only if necessary as excessive water may encourage leaf growth instead of roots. Earth up growing roots with soil to prevent green crowns. Cover later sowings with fleece or fine netting to minimise carrot fly infestation. Water soil beforehand, if dry, to make lifting easier.

Aftercare

Prefers well-drained, moist, rich soil. Harvest August to November. Roots can be lifted to store overwinter.

Nutritional Information

Carrots make a healthy, nutritious addition to your daily diet. They are high in Vitamin A and beta-carotene, and rich in antioxidants.