Carrots - Organically grow & harvest

How to Save Seeds and Grow Carrots on a Permaculture Farm

The Importance of Seed Saving

-Adaptation to Environment
- Seeds saved from your plants are adapted to your local climate and soil.
- Each generation becomes more resilient to local pests, diseases, and weather patterns.

Soil Compatibility
- Seeds saved from plants grown in your soil are better suited to its nutrient profile.
- This leads to healthier plants and higher yields over time.

- Sustainability
- Reduces dependence on commercially produced seeds.
- Encourages biodiversity and self-sufficiency in your garden.

Planting Carrots on a Permaculture Farm

1;Prepare the Soil
- Use compost made from FOGO (Food Organics and Garden Organics) waste to enrich the soil.
- Ensure the soil has a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Test and amend with lime or sulfur as necessary.

2.Scatter the Seeds
- Broadcast the carrot seeds evenly across the prepared bed instead of planting in rows.

3. Thin the Seedlings
- As the seedlings grow to a few inches tall, thin them out by harvesting the baby carrots.
- Enjoy these tender young carrots in salads and snacks.

4.;Allow Space for Growth
- Thinning the seedlings gives the remaining carrots more room to grow bigger and stronger.

5.Harvest After Frost
- Wait for the first light frost of the season before the main harvest.
- Frost converts starches to sugars in carrots, making them sweeter and more flavorful.

By following these steps, you can save seeds that are increasingly well-suited to your environment and enjoy a bountiful harvest of delicious, sweet carrots from your permaculture farm.

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