{"product_id":"imperator-58-carrot-seeds","title":"Imperator 58 Carrot Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Long, Sweet Carrots from Heirloom, Non-GMO Imperator 58 Carrot Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImperator 58 is the classic long, tapered carrot you picture when you think \"carrot.\" Our heirloom Imperator 58 carrot seeds (\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e) grow into slender, deep-orange roots with a sweet, crisp bite and fine flavor. Given deep, loose soil and a little patience, they reward you with the kind of beautiful, snackable carrots that make gardening worthwhile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor gardeners with deep, loose beds who love a classic, sweet carrot. Imperator types grow long, so they do best in raised beds or well-worked soil, and their crisp sweetness makes them a favorite for fresh eating and snacking straight from the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow the seeds directly, since carrots do not transplant, planting them about a quarter inch deep in deep, stone-free soil in full sun during cool weather. Keep the surface evenly moist, as carrots germinate slowly, often over 14 to 21 days, then thin the seedlings to about 2 to 3 inches apart. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/imperator-58-carrot\"\u003eImperator 58 Carrot growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e has the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoose, deep soil is everything for long carrots, so work the bed well and remove stones before sowing. Water steadily so the roots grow straight and sweet without splitting, keep the seedlings weed-free, and cover any exposed shoulders with soil to prevent green tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin harvesting once the carrots reach a good size, usually around 68 to 75 days. Loosen the soil before pulling so the long roots come up whole, and remember that a touch of frost makes them even sweeter. Lift them gently to avoid snapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImperator 58 carrots are made for fresh eating: crisp, sweet, and perfect for snacking, salads, and crudites. They are equally good roasted, steamed, or added to soups and stews, and their long, elegant shape makes them a showpiece of the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy gardeners grow our carrot seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Imperator 58 carrot seed is heirloom, non-GMO, and untreated, chosen for strong germination and packed fresh by a licensed seed dealer based in the USA. Grow long, sweet carrots and save seed from your best plants. Choose the pack size that fits your garden and get sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43858327535823,"sku":"ORICI_01_01","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/1caU2GYTOEQvcaL9axWhWlg1Ycq7qnzNR_s0.png?v=1782907920","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/imperator-58-carrot-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}