Imperator Carrot Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Imperator is a cool season carrot variety grown for its long, slender, deep orange roots. It is suitable for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and deep containers. The plants perform best in loose, fertile, well drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture.

Features

• Produces long, slender orange roots
• Cool season vegetable crop
• Suitable for home gardens and raised beds
• Suitable for deep containers
• Grows well in full sun
• Prefers loose, well drained soil
• Requires consistent moisture
• Suitable for seasonal planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
• Common Name (US): Carrot
• Seed Type / Variety: Imperator
• Growth Habit: Biennial root vegetable
• USDA Zones: 3 to 10
• Planting Season: Early spring or late summer
• Growing Season: Spring and fall
• Sowing Season: Spring or late summer
• Sowing Months: March to May, July to September
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10 to 21 days at 13 to 24°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Loose, fertile, well drained sandy loam
• Watering Needs: Moderate and consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 30 to 45 cm height
• Plant Spacing: 5 to 8 cm