Vegetables are an integral part of life. They saturate the human body with vitamins and help strengthen the immune system. In cities with a cold climate, they are indispensable. What vegetables are used most often? It's carrots and onions. Their combination adorns everything from soup to salads. A large number of people are engaged in crops of carrots at home. But how to choose a variety for this, which will definitely take root and will not leave you without vitamins? First of all, the choice will depend on the purpose of cultivation.
All varieties fall into three main categories:
- Early ripening. This variety is usually grown mainly for winter storage. But fresh, it also diverges well. It takes up to 100 days for the root crop to mature.
- Medium maturation. More suitable for winter storage. Ripening period - from 100 to 120 days.
- Late ripening. Also more oftenall used for stocks for the winter. Ripens about 150 days.
Depending on the purpose of sowing, a certain category is chosen. In each category there are popular varieties that experienced gardeners speak well of. In most cases, preference is given to hybrids.
An important clarification: it is recommended to sow granulated carrot seeds in the spring, when all the melt water has not yet left the ground. If sowing is delayed, then low germination of the crop is possible, since the granules simply do not have time to feed at low humidity.
Early ripening varieties
After germination, root crops can be harvested after about 1.5-2 months, so that already in the middle of summer you can cook he althy and tasty dishes from a fresh crop. Consider the best varieties of early carrots.
Canning
Vegetable has such a name for a reason. This is one of the best varieties of carrots for storage and conservation. The fruit itself grows quite large, has a smooth surface and almost imperceptible "eyes". Color - 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 prevents “sunny” 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. Estimatedlength - 17 cm. By weight it 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%. Very tasty variety of carrots.
Nandrin F1
This species belongs to hybrid varieties. It will take up to 80 days for the root crop to fully ripen. The shape of the carrot is cone-shaped. It is quite smooth to the touch, reaches a length of 20 cm, and weighs 120 g. The culture has a bright orange-red hue. It is worth noting the very high taste. This variety is perfect for beginner gardeners. It is resistant to improper care. If watering is carried out incorrectly and the soil cracks, the root crop will not suffer from this. Since the carrot itself is delicious, you can even use it fresh. Refers 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 calmly tolerates mechanical damage, high workload in the garden and good yields. Carrots are completely in the soil and are not susceptible to greening from the sun.
B altimore F1
A hybrid variety that originates from Nadrin. We can say that this is his improved version. Carrots grow quite juicy and tasty. The color is very bright and attractive. Most often used for adding to salads or making juices and compotes. The leaves stand outits abundance and dark green color. A huge plus of this variety is its good tolerance to bacterial diseases.
Nellie F1
It is a hybrid. The culture ripens in 85 days, has a very bright orange color and a cylinder shape, and surprisingly even. The root crop is smooth, without "eyes". The taste of this variety is excellent. It reaches 18 cm in length, and weighs about 110 g. Carrots are most often consumed fresh.
Lydia F1
This type of 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. The smooth “eyeless” surface stands out in bright orange. Greening from the sun is not terrible for this culture. The taste qualities of the variety are on top. It is recommended to grow carrots in high beds. Moreover, in terms of climate, both southern and temperate regions are suitable for it. Most often, due to its remarkable taste, Lydia is used fresh, but it is also quite suitable for preservation.
Beauty
The main thing in vegetables is not the size at all. Everyone wants to eat only delicious 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 win in terms of mass - mature root crops can reach 200 g. The shape is close to a cylinder, the end is blunt. The surface is practically without "eyes". Culture is actively used in everyday life - starting from childhoodfood and ending with routine preparations. It is rarely chosen for preservation, as its taste stands out when fresh.
Tushon
Quite a common variety. It usually matures in about 100 days, grows about 18 cm in length, and can weigh up to 200 g. Carrots are in the form of a cylinder of a pronounced orange color. The ripened root vegetable is very juicy and sweet. The share of carotene is 11.9%. This variety can be advised to all beginner gardeners, as the culture is disease-resistant, and with good care it will provide a large harvest. 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 quite quickly - no longer than 70 days. The variety surpasses the rest in taste - crispy, sweet and juicy carrots. It has a pleasant aroma. Carotene and sugar in it are contained in large quantities, and in addition, a high content of vitamins. As for the length, you can’t “walk around” here - up to 20 cm. But carrots are ideal for salads and will delight the hostess not only with taste, but also serve as a decoration for the dish due to their color. The variety is very productive, so it is rarely necessary to sow it. As mentioned above, the Chocolate Bunny is used mainly fresh for salads, but it is 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 winterfreshness and taste, but at the same time, the harvest can be started early enough. Consider the best varieties of carrots.
Nantes
This variety can rightfully be called the most popular and best carrot variety for central Russia. The growing period takes about 105 days. A 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. The pulp is very juicy, so this crop is often used for salads. This variety of carrots is disease resistant. But its main advantages are a large yield and high storage stability.
Nantes
Good variety of carrots for open ground. Approximate maturity is 105 days. The length reaches about 18 cm, and the weight is 120 g. Despite the small size, carrots are in demand due to their high taste qualities. Most often used for instant cooking, but can also be stored and preserved.
Chantane 2461
The variety ripens in 105 days. Carrots have a conical shape and a blunt end. The color does not stand out in any way - a calm orange tint. The length of the root crop is quite small - 15 cm, but on the other hand, it can reach 240 g in weight. As for taste, it is not particularly remarkable. It is popular with gardeners due to its good storage stability and high yield. You can use the culture both fresh and canned. This is a carrot fly resistant variety.
Vitamin 6
This name is giventhe variety is not without reason - carrots are saturated with sugars and a lot of vitamins. For this, it is valued in the market. The appearance of the root crop does not stand out at all - a smooth, blunt-ended orange cylinder. It grows no more than 16 cm in length, and no more than 160 g in weight. Vitaminnaya has an increased yield, and it does not lose in taste. It is actively used to prepare food and juices for children. Refers to the best varieties of carrots for Siberia.
Losinoostrovskaya 13
The root crop grows cylindrical, practically does not taper towards the base. Length - about 18 cm. Weight - 170 g. The surface of the carrot itself is quite smooth, but has small "eyes". The taste of this variety is pleasant and juicy. The flesh is rich 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 consumption and storage.
Belgrade F1
Carrot is a hybrid variety. Root crops look elongated, slightly similar to a cone. They have a pronounced sweet taste. Renowned for a good harvest. A powerful and large tops protects against all bacterial infections. The variety is most often used fresh. If it is necessary to get fruits ahead of time, then the sowing rate is reduced.
Niooh 336
Carrots usually mature in about 113 days. Root crops do not differ in color or shape - a blunt orange cylinder. Its weight is 130 g. The variety is distinguished by the presence of a high content of carotene in the composition - up to 23%. Greater productivity comes to the piggy bank of advantagesand storage stability. Used by Nioh to make baby food and dietary products.
Moscow winter A 515
The name here speaks for itself - carrots are quite resistant to a variety of climatic conditions. Ripens about 105 days. Crops are made by the winter period. Root crop in the form of a blunt cone of orange color. Standard length - 20 cm, weight - 180 g. By itself, the carrot tastes good and juicy. Handles storage well. This variety can be used in any form, but preservation is preferable. Considered one of the best varieties of carrots for Siberia.
Delicious
The appearance of a carrot is similar to a very long cylinder. Average weight - 160 g. Very distinguished by its color - the outer surface and the pulp are red. It has a large number of advantages - it brings a large harvest, tastes at a high level, and the content of various vitamins and carotene just rolls over. One of the best varieties of carrots to store.
Emperor
This variety belongs to foreign crops 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 to keep.
Late varieties
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.
Gyulchatai
Root crops ripen in approximately 125 days. Long carrots do not stand out - 18 cm. By taste, one can distinguish the juiciness of the pulp, which has a pronounced yellow tint. Due to its delicate taste, the variety is consumed fresh, but is also suitable for preservation.
Canada F1
Carrots of this variety are grown for about 130 days. Hybrid. Root crops grow about 20 cm long, and weigh no more than 170 g. The color is ordinary orange. The specimen is valued because it contains a large amount of beta-carotene. Diseases are practically not terrible for him. Another very important advantage - the variety is one of the most stable. Carrots grow well even in bad weather or heavy soil.
Autumn Queen
This variety is very popular among late ripening crops. The root crop grows within 130 days. There are no complaints about the taste - carrots are juicy and sweet. It has good tolerance to winter storage, so it is often used that way. It also finds its use fresh. Considered one of the best varieties of carrots.
Berlikum Royal
In time, the root crop ripens as usual - about 130 days. It grows about 22 cm long, weighs 190 g. The outer shell and pulp are orange. Taste is unquestionable. When fresh, it is excellent for consumption due to the abundance of juice. The variety is resistant to insects and pests such as carrot fly.
Which variety of carrots is the largest?
Large root crops can grow up to 20 cm long and weigh about 200 g. All of them can be stored for a long time. They are: Canada F1, Nantes 4, Amsterdam, Nandrine F1, Lakomka.
A brief description of carrot varieties of different ripening periods will help each gardener decide on seeds and indulge in natural vitamins.
