Seed Carrot Desi Red 10 gm

Growing Desi Red Carrots from seeds is not only easy but super rewarding—especially in Indian winters! These vibrant red carrots are sweet, crunchy, and full of nutrition, perfect for salads, juices, or traditional dishes like gajar ka halwa. Here’s your step-by-step guide:

Best Time to Grow

• North India: October to February

• South India: September to January (Cooler regions)

• Ideal temp: 10°C – 25°C

Container Requirements

• Depth: Minimum 12–15 inches deep (important for long root development)

• Width: 10–12 inches or more

• Must have drainage holes

Soil & Potting Mix

Carrots need loose, well-draining, stone-free soil to grow long and straight.

• 40% fine garden soil (sieved)

• 30% compost or vermicompost

• 20% sand or perlite (for drainage)

• 10% cocopeat

• Optional: A pinch of wood ash for potassium

Sowing the Seeds

• Sow seeds directly into the final container (no transplanting)

• Sow ½ inch deep, spaced 1 inch apart

• Lightly cover with fine soil

• Water gently and consistently

• Germination: 6–10 days

• Thin seedlings after 2 weeks to 2–3 inches apart

Sunlight

• Needs 5–6 hours of direct sunlight per day

• Place in a well-lit area, terrace, or balcony

Watering

• Keep soil moist but not soggy

• Water regularly, especially during root formation

• Use mulch (dry grass/leaves) to retain moisture

Feeding

• Light feeders – too much nitrogen = leafy growth, poor roots

• After 4 weeks: Apply diluted liquid compost or seaweed extract every 15 days

• Avoid heavy fertilizers

Pests & Tips

• Common issues: Aphids, fungal rot (overwatering)

• Spray neem oil every 10–15 days as a preventive

• Ensure good drainage and avoid crowding

Harvesting

• Ready in 80–100 days from sowing

• Harvest when the shoulders are visible above the soil and roots look 6–8 inches

• Gently pull from moist soil