{"product_id":"carrot","title":"Carrot | Touchon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow sweet, tender, and coreless carrots in your home garden. Carrots are a quintessential root vegetable favorite, prized for their crisp texture and exceptional sweetness in salads, fresh snacking, and culinary dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese classic French heirloom plants produce an abundant harvest of uniform, cylindrical roots throughout the growing season, making them a rewarding addition to any vegetable patch. Direct sow seeds outdoors once soil can be worked in early spring for Canada's shorter growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Carrots?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrisp, exceptionally sweet, and tender French heirloom roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundant and reliable yields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoreless, bright orange interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 65–70 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun to part sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 200-250 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Carrots from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow carrot seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, up to several weeks before the last expected frost. Sow seeds about 6 mm (¼ inch) deep in loose, well-worked, stone-free soil and keep consistently moist until germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots require loose, deeply dug soil free of rocks to prevent forking and misshapen roots. Thin seedlings early to about 5–7 cm (2–3 inches) apart to allow proper room for root expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the seedbed evenly moist during germination, as crusting over heavy soil can prevent delicate seedlings from emerging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently throughout the growing season, as erratic moisture can cause roots to split or develop a woody texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Carrots in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots thrive in cool-to-moderate spring and fall weather. Canadian gardeners in cooler regions benefit from direct sowing in well-drained raised beds or loose garden soil that warms up quickly in the spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure stones and heavy clay are amended with organic matter to encourage straight, beautiful roots. Mulching lightly can help retain surface moisture during the slow germination period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, direct sowing, soil preparation, thinning, watering, fertilizing, weeding, common problems, harvesting, and seed saving, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Carrots_-_Complete_Growing_Guide.pdf?v=1790993390\" title=\"How To Grow Carrots In Canada | Caribou Seed Company\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/blogs\/in-the-garden\/how-to-grow-carrots-in-canada\" title=\"How to Grow Carrots in Canada | Complete Guide\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Guide to Growing Carrots in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarrot Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/carrot-icon.png?v=1790824276\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eCarrot 'Touchon Selection'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eAnnual root vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun to part sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 65–70 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; 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flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFresh eating, juicing, and culinary cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Carrots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like pulling a crisp, vibrant orange carrot straight from your own garden soil and tasting its unmatched natural sweetness. With their reliable yields and exceptional flavor, Touchon carrots are a rewarding and essential addition to any Canadian garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your carrots from seed this season and enjoy watching them grow into a bountiful and delicious harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28820625923,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/carrots.png?v=1790995642","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/carrot","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}