Vegetables are an integral part of life. They saturate the human body with vitamins and help strengthen immunity. In cities with a cold climate, they are indispensable. What vegetables are used most often? These are carrots and onions. Their combination decorates everything from soup to salads. A large number of people plant carrots at home. But how to choose a variety for this that will definitely take root and not leave without vitamins? First of all, the choice will depend on the purpose of cultivation.
All varieties are divided into three main categories:
- Early ripening. This variety is usually grown mainly for winter stocks. But fresh also diverges well. Ripening of the root crop takes up to 100 days.
- Middle ripening. More suitable for storage in the winter. Ripening period - from 100 to 120 days.
- Late ripening. Also most commonly used for winter stocks. Matures about 150 days.
Depending on the purpose of sowing, a certain category is selected. In each category there are popular varieties, which experienced gardeners respond well to. In most cases, hybrids are preferred.
An important clarification: it is recommended to sow granular carrot seeds in the spring, when all the melt water has not left the ground. If you delay the sowing, then a low germination of the culture is possible, since the granules simply do not have time to saturate at low humidity.
Varieties of early ripening
After the emergence of seedlings, root crops can be harvested in about 1.5-2 months, so that in the middle of summer you can cook healthy and tasty dishes from a fresh crop. Consider the best varieties of early carrots.
Canning
Vegetable for a reason has such a name. This is one of the best varieties of carrots for storage and preservation. The fruit itself grows quite large, has a smooth surface and almost imperceptible "eyes". Color is dark orange. The shape of the grown root crop is similar to a cone. The tip of the carrot is thickened. It reaches a length of about 16 cm and weighs about 150 g. It is completely in the soil, which helps to prevent “solar” greening. Sugar in the composition contains up to 8%, and carotene - up to 14%.
Artek
One of the best varieties of carrots. The root crop has a cylindrical shape and a thickened tip. Approximate length - 17 cm. Weight reaches 130 g. Carrots have a smooth surface with virtually no "eyes". During growth, it is completely immersed in the soil, so that the sun's rays do not make the fruit turn green. Sugar content - up to 7%, carotene - 13%. A delicious variety of carrots.
Nandrin F1
This species belongs to hybrid varieties. It takes up to 80 days for the root crop to fully mature. The shape of the carrot is conical. It is quite smooth to the touch, reaches 20 cm in length and 120 g in weight. The culture has a bright orange-red hue. It is worth noting a very high taste. This variety is perfect for beginner gardeners. It is resistant to improper care. If irrigation is carried out incorrectly and the soil cracks, the root crop will not suffer from this. Since carrots themselves are tasty, you can even eat them fresh. It belongs to the best varieties of carrots.
Napoli F1
Also applies to hybrids. The root crop is quite massive - 20 cm in length and 150 g of mass. It is usually advised for cultivation, for example, for sale, since this crop can easily tolerate mechanical damage, high loading of the beds and good yield. Carrots are completely in the soil and are not subject to greening from the sun.
Baltimore F1
A hybrid variety that originates from Nadrin. We can say that this is its improved version. Carrots grow quite juicy and tasty. The color is very bright and attractive. It is most often used for adding to salads or making juices and compotes. The tops are distinguished by their abundance and dark green color. A huge plus of this variety is the good tolerance of bacterial diseases.
Nelly F1
It is a hybrid. The culture matures in 85 days, has a very bright orange color and the shape of a cylinder, and surprisingly even. The root crop is smooth, without "eyes". Taste qualities of this variety at the height. The length reaches 18 cm, and by weight - about 110 g. Carrots are most often consumed fresh.
Lydia F1
This variety variety belongs to a hybrid culture. The root crop itself has a cone-cylindrical shape and differs in length - carrots can reach over 27 cm, but have no advantages in weight - 100 g. A smooth “eyeless” surface is highlighted in bright orange. Greening the sun from this culture is not scary. Taste qualities of the variety on top. Growing carrots is recommended in high beds. Moreover, in terms of climate, both southern and temperate regions are suitable for it. Most often, because of the remarkable taste, Lydia is used for fresh preparation, but it is also suitable for preservation.
Belladonna
The main thing in vegetables is not size at all. Everyone wants to eat only tasty root vegetables. This variety is famous for its taste. Carrots ripen for about 90 days, have a length of 20 cm, but at the same time they gain in weight - mature root crops can reach 200 g. The shape is close to the cylinder, the end is blunt. The surface is practically without “eyes”. Culture is actively used in everyday life - from baby food to everyday cooking. It is rarely selected for preservation, as in the fresh form its taste stands out especially.
Tushon
Pretty common variety. It usually ripens about 100 days, grows about 18 cm in length, and weighs up to 200 g. Carrots in the form of a cylinder of a pronounced orange color. Ripe root vegetable is very juicy and sweet. The proportion of carotene is 11.9%. This variety can be recommended to all beginner gardeners, as the culture is disease resistant, and with good care it will provide a large crop. Most often, Tushon is found fresh on store shelves.
Chocolate bunny
Hybrid culture, which got its name because of the unusual dark color. Root crops ripen pretty quickly - no longer than 70 days. The variety surpasses the rest in taste - carrots are crispy, sweet and juicy. It has a pleasant aroma. Carotene and sugar are contained in large quantities, and in addition, a high content of vitamins. As for the length, it’s impossible to “walk around” here - up to 20 cm. But for salads, carrots are ideal and will delight the hostess not only with taste, but will also serve as a decoration of the dish due to its color. The variety is very productive, therefore, it is rarely necessary to sow it. As already mentioned above, Chocolate Bunny is used mostly fresh for salads, but also suitable for preservation.
Medium grades
They combine the characteristics of early and late varieties. Root crops can be stored for a long time and delight in winter with freshness and taste, but you can start harvesting crops early enough. Consider the best varieties of carrots.
Nantes
This variety can rightly be called the most popular and best variety of carrots for central Russia. The growing period takes about 105 days. The mature root crop has a standard cylindrical shape, a blunt tip and a bright orange color, but with quite interesting pigmentation in purple tones. The length fluctuates around 16 cm, and the weight is 150 g. It is very juicy pulp, therefore this culture is often used for salads. This variety of carrots is resistant to disease. But its main advantages are a large crop and high storage resistance.
Nantes
A good variety of carrots for open ground. Estimated ripening period is 105 days. Length reaches about 18 cm, and weight - 120 g. Despite the small size, carrots are in demand due to their high taste qualities. It is most often used for instant cooking, but storage and canning is also possible.
Shantane 2461
The variety ripens in 105 days. The carrot has a conical shape and a blunt end. It does not stand out in color - a calm orange hue. The length of the root crop is very small - 15 cm, but by weight it can reach 240 g. As for the taste, it is not particularly noticeable. It is popular among gardeners because of its good storage resistance and high yield. You can use the culture in both fresh and canned form. This is a carrot variety resistant to the carrot fly.
Vitamin 6
This variety has such a name for a reason - carrots are saturated with sugars and lots of vitamins. For this, it is appreciated in the market. The appearance of the root crop does not stand out completely - a smooth blunt-pointed cylinder of orange color. The length grows no more than 16 cm, and by weight - no more than 160 g. Vitaminna's yield is increased, and she does not lose in taste. It is actively used for cooking food and juices for children. Belongs to the best grades of carrots for Siberia.
Losinoostrovskaya 13
The root crop grows in a cylindrical shape, practically does not taper to the base. Length - about 18 cm. Mass - 170 g. The surface of the carrot itself is quite smooth, but has small "eyes". To taste this variety is pleasant and juicy. The pulp is deep orange. It is worth noting that carrots are valued for a large amount of carotene in the composition - about 20%. This variety is suitable for both quick use and storage.
Belgrade F1
Carrots are a hybrid variety. Root crops are elongated, slightly similar to a cone. They have a pronounced sweet taste. It is famous for a good harvest. A powerful and large tops protects against all bacterial infections. The variety is most often used fresh. If you need to get the fruit ahead of schedule, then the sowing rate is reduced.
Niioh 336
Carrots usually ripen for about 113 days. Root crops do not differ in color or shape - a blunt orange cylinder. Its mass is 130 g. The variety is distinguished by the presence of a high content in carotene - up to 23%. In the piggy bank of benefits is a large yield and storage resistance. Niiokh is used for the manufacture of baby food, as well as diet products.
Moscow winter A 515
The name here speaks for itself - carrots are quite resistant to various climatic conditions. Matures about 105 days. Crops are made for the winter period. Root crop in the form of a blunt-pointed cone of orange color. The standard length is 20 cm, the mass is 180 g. Carrots themselves taste good and are juicy. It tolerates storage. This variety can be used in any form, but conservation is preferable. It is considered one of the best varieties of carrots for Siberia.
Gourmet
The appearance of carrots is similar to a very long cylinder. The average weight is 160 g. It is very distinguished by its color - the outer surface and flesh are red. It has a large number of advantages - it brings a large crop, taste at a high level, and the content of various vitamins and carotene just rolls over. One of the best varieties of carrots for storage.
The emperor
This variety belongs to foreign cultures and originally appeared there. Root crops are quite large, weighing about 160 g. The pulp is dense, but very juicy. Color is bright orange. When growing, you can be calm for the stability of the crop. This is one of the best varieties of carrots for storage.
Late grades
They have a long shelf life. The ripening period ranges from 130 to 150 days. During storage, taste is not lost. Consider the best varieties of carrots for central Russia.
Gulchatai
Root crops ripen in about 125 days. Long carrots do not stand out - 18 cm. In terms of taste, one can distinguish juiciness of pulp, which has a pronounced yellow hue. Due to its delicate taste, the variety is used fresh, but is also suitable for conservation.
Canada F1
Carrots of this variety are grown for about 130 days. Hybrid. The roots grow by a length of about 20 cm, and weighing no more than 170 g. The color is ordinary orange. The instance is appreciated in that it contains a large amount of beta-carotene. Diseases are practically not afraid of him. Another very important advantage - the variety is one of the most sustainable. Carrots grow well even in bad weather or heavy soil.
Queen of autumn
This variety is very popular among late-ripening crops. The root crop grows for 130 days. There are no complaints about taste - carrots are juicy and sweet. It has good winter storage tolerance, so it is often used that way. It finds its application also in fresh form. It is considered one of the best varieties of carrots.
Berlicum royal
By time, the root crop ripens as usual - about 130 days. It grows about 22 cm long and weighs 190 g. The outer shell and pulp are orange in color. Taste qualities do not raise questions. Fresh, great for consumption due to the abundance of juice. The variety is resistant to insects and pests such as carrot flies.
What is the largest variety of carrots?
Large root crops can grow up to 20 cm in length and weigh about 200 g. All of them are able to be stored for a long time. These are: Canada F1, Nantes 4, Amsterdam, Nandrin F1, Gourmet.
A brief description of carrot varieties of different ripening dates will help each gardener to determine the seeds and please himself with natural vitamins.