3 Ways to Grow Perfect Carrots

In this video I'l show you how to grow carrots perfectly 3 different ways.
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[craighalle]

I grew my carrots in a container and when I thinned them by pulling and stuck them back in the ground, and they all seemed to keep growing. They ended up being some of the biggest and best tasting carrots I ever grew. Some were so deep when I tried to pull them they broke and I had to dig them up. I like to leave them in the autumn soil because they get even sweeter and tastier. Bless you and yours Brian. Another nice video.

[JK-jfxq]

Trying to sow carrot seeds 1-3 per spot may take more patience, but thinning a bunch of carrots is a pain, too. I drape a thin/sheer curtain or shade cloth over the seeds, making contact with the soil, and water over it all until they sprout.

[michellewelch]

Im astounded at the quick germination!! Thanks so much for such an easy method of germination!

[Gardeningchristine]

I let my carrots go to seed a couple years ago and I’ve had them pop up in my gravel driveway, lawn, and other garden beds. They might be misshapen, but they taste as good as the ones I grew intentionally.

[MaryAnnNytowl]

Wow, very cool! I get pine shavings, anyway, for my chickens' bedding and deep-litter for the coop floor! I can DEFINITELY do the pine shavings method!

As for thinning, I try to space the seeds out more to begin with, so they sprout further away from each other. When I see sprouts, and see an empty spot, I always look to see if there are any that got washed away from where I want them. I make a divot in the empty area, and gently dig out the dirt the strays are in, getting seedling, soil, and all. I just put them in the empty spots (usually from where they initially got washed out). If I don't have strays, I sprinkle a few more seeds there. They usually are just a few days after the first batch.

[michellewelch]

I liked the Freezer overnight, then keep warm until germination. good method!

[zachshott]

The method for germination ive had the most success with is, by far, the sawdust method. They can push trough the light layer of sawdust amd it also stays moist much longer. I just grab a few handfuls from under the plainer or tablesaw.

[caroldragon]

I had great success growing carrots in a bucket. I carefully placed the seeds in pairs in the bucket with appropriate spacing. Then I sprinkled sand in a thin layer over the whole surface and topped that with paper towel. Then I watered it well. After 5 days, I checked them daily by lifting the paper towel. Oddly enough, it doesn't disturb the sand and you can water on top of the towel without disturbing the seeds at all. As soon as they sprouted some green shoots, I removed the paper towel. From then on it was easy peasy. Nicely shaped carrots that pulled easily out of the light soil mix.

[nancyrea]

Thank you for the pine shaving and using scissors tip. Very helpful.

[davidsavopoulos]

I use pelleted seed. This allows for proper spacing when planting. The pelleted seeds are planted 1/4 inch below the surface and are easier to keep moist.

[johnlibby]

I used the cardboard method and it worked out well.

[Mars]

good tips... I've tried numerous methods to grow carrots.. and what I've found is very similar... I usually predetermine my spacing in a bigger bed, and lay a few seeds in each spot (the soil is already saturated prior to seeding), then I use a mix of vermiculite and straw (I've also used the rabbit bedding like in the video) lightly covering, once I see them sprouted I typically remove some of the mulch (but othertimes I may leave it depending on what the beds are being used for, timing, etc)... if I remove the mulch, then I will usually pile up a little bit of soil around each carrot kind of like a mini mound to provide them with extra support... the mulch method is great, but sometimes the carrots can start out leggy, so I do the the coco coir around them as it's super light and stable with rain and water.. holds them in place as they get bigger and stronger. EDIT* also I like to sown more every couple weeks or so (zone in Texas has typically mild winters).. that way there's just a steady supply.. I usually do a rainbow mix, a danver, and either a red giant or this year I'm trying the red core chantenay carrot (lil tastys). Next year I plan to grow chickpeas and luffa .. to clean my hands, and make homemade humus to dip my carrot sticks into.

[brichter]

This coming spring, I am going to plant pelleted carrot seeds. Much easier to see for spacing so that I don't have to thin them later. Have you had any experience with pelleted carrot seeds? This past spring, I planted carrot seeds in 2, 5-gallon fabric grow bags. My potting mix was loose so they could grow well. I still had carrots with funny shapes and not sure why. I think it's better to plant the seeds a little deeper so that the carrot surface doesn't grow out of the soil and is exposed to the sun, which will make the carrot top a dark color. Your thoughts?

[terrivance]

I've had trouble growing carrots before. Thank you for this advice! 😊

[Eric-gikg]

My eckillee's heel is thinning..
Every year.. I know, and try to remember to thin..😢😅
I don't..then wait too long to thin.
Though I may be upset at harvest because they're not "normal", though small, they still taste great.

This next season, I plan on trying 3 different ways. Two of suggested here and a third completely 'out of the box'

[debbiep]

You're gonna have your hands full with Bella in the garden! I finally got my first crop of "normal" carrots this past spring when I sowed in a raised bed. I've tried your first 2 methods and they do require a bit of babysitting. Could I use vermiculite instead of pine shavings for the third method?

[esthersdaughterlong]

Awesome information. Still waiting for the temp to go lower here in Florida.

[pjsviking]

Thanks for this Brian, :O) My attempts with carrots just didn't work with heavy clay soil, of course, and had given up. Recently I acquired a couple fairly large pots which now have been designated for carrots - this video bookmarked for the spring. You're the best! 🇨🇦

[vickirickman]

Hi Brian
Oh my gosh that was to cute Bella eating her carrot 😊
Wow interesting on why weird shapes for 🤔 huh
Good info as always

Thank You!

[UrbanChickenMomma]

Brian love your vids! Can’t wait to see Daisy ❤ can you give me tips on ripening pumpkins off vine? It’s in the 40’s at night here in Seattle now. I have 3. 2 have slightly turned orange and 1 is all green. Thanks!! P.s. BELLA🐾❤🐾