Tag: Carrot

If you don’t thin carrots properly, you may end up with misshapen carrots. If that happens, it might not be a big deal if you cut carrots up for a stew. But it could matter a lot if you’ve planted a shorter carrot variety such as Minicor which are harvested as fingerlings or Baby Sweet […]

Separate the carrot tops from the taproot. If left intact, the herbaceous carrot tops will draw moisture from the root, drying it out faster. Can you cut the tops off carrots and leave them in the ground? Harvest and Preserving Tips Twist the tops off while pulling the roots up. You can leave carrots in […]

Carrot seeds are naturally slow germinators, but you can speed things up a bit by priming the seeds indoors. Starting three to four days before you plan to sow them, soak carrot seeds in water for an hour, and then transfer them to a damp paper towel. Fold to enclose the seeds, then put inside […]

Yes. Like many other fruits and vegetables, dogs get health benefits from carrots. In fact, every part of this vegetable, from the carrot itself to the leafy green tops, is safe for dogs to eat. They’re a good, natural treat, and most dogs seem to like the flavor, too. Are carrot tops toxic? Carrot greens […]

You may have heard that the white stuff on baby carrots is chlorine, but that’s just a myth. It’s actually a thin layer of film caused by dehydration, known as “carrot blush.” Is it OK to eat carrots with white? If you put the carrots in icy water for about 15 minutes, it will reduce […]

Approximately 80-90% of U.S. carrots are grown in California. Other major producers include Michigan and Texas. The introduction of fresh cut and ‘baby carrots’ caused an upsurge in the popularity of carrots in the late 1980s. Carrots are high in beta-carotene, Vitamins C and K, potassium, and dietary fiber. What country is carrots made in? […]

How long does it take for carrots to grow from scraps? Under normal conditions, an average carrot can take up to 70 to 80 days to mature after planting. However, some varieties of carrots can grow and mature faster or slower than other varieties of carrots. How long do carrots take to grow from scraps? […]

Carrots that have been pulled too early can be replanted and they will continue to grow, however, if this does happen it is important to replant them immediately and ensure that soil is moist and the carrot can quickly recover from the disturbance. Can you replant carrots after pulling them? ANSWER: Yes, you can replant […]

Carrots are not difficult to grow, but the condition of the soil will impact their ability to thrive. In order for carrots to develop long, straight roots, they need to be planted in deep, loose, sandy soil without any stones. If your soil is compact or rocky, plant this root vegetable in raised beds or […]

Yes, baby carrots are washed in a dilute chlorine bleach solution to clean them, but the chlorine evaporates fairly quickly leaving just water. Also, the amount of chlorine used is similar to that in public drinking water and poses no health risk. Vitamins A and C and beta-carotene are naturally found in carrots. Do baby […]

Place a carrot top or tops in a bowl, cut side down. Fill the bowl with about an inch of water so the top is halfway covered. Place the dish in a sunny windowsill and change the water every day. The tops will eventually sprout shoots. Can you regrow carrots from the tops? ANSWER: Carrots, […]

How should you clean carrots? Step 1: Place your carrot on a clean cutting board. Step 2: Cut off the top of the carrot. Step 3: Run the water in your kitchen sink until it is lukewarm. Step 4: Place the carrot under the running water and use the vegetable brush or scouring pad to […]

Do not wash your carrots before storage. Many vegetables have a waxy layer that protects them and if you scrub this off by with washing you’ll compromise their storage life. If you’re only storing a small amount of carrots for a short period of time you can feel free to wash them clean. Should you […]

Place 2 to 3 inches of water and a steamer basket in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add carrots and broccoli and steam over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 7-10 minutes. Place vegetables in a serving bowl and top with butter and salt and pepper. Toss gently to coat and serve. How long […]

Place them in a microwave-safe bowl and add 2 tablespoons of water. Cover bowl with a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 3 minutes. Let carrots sit for one minute before removing the plate, being very careful as steam trapped inside the bowl will be hot. You might want to use a towel or oven mitt […]

Set a collapsible steamer basket insert into the pot, then bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Put the carrots in the steamer basket and cook, covered, until tender when pierced with a knife, about 8 minutes. Is it better to steam carrots or boil? In the case of carrots, it’s may be better to […]

There are many soil-borne pathogens that can cause damping offdamping offDamping off (or damping-off) is a horticultural disease or condition, caused by several different pathogens that kill or weaken seeds or seedlings before or after they germinate. It is most prevalent in wet and cool conditions.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Damping_off How do you perk up […]

Thin-leafed crops, such as carrots and leeks, grow well when planted after leafy plants because there will be fewer weeds in the soil. Tomatoes enjoy the deeper soil left from carrots and beets, and cucumbers will provide weed suppression following a year of thin-leafed crops. Can you grow potatoes after carrots? Carrots, asparagus, fennel, turnip, […]

Carrot seeds can be sown from early spring right through to late August and can be harvested almost all year round. What is the best month to plant carrots? springCarrots grow best in cool temperatures of early spring and late fall. Can you plant carrots in September? Carrots are somewhat hardy; they will withstand cold […]

I feed the carrots and other veggies every three or four weeks with an organic fertilizer – currently a fish emulsion and seaweed blend, and I spray them with a solution of Epsom salts and water (1 teaspoon Epsom salts to 4 cups warm water). What vegetables benefit from Epsom salt? Roses, peppers, and tomato […]