Early ripening varieties of carrots: Kuroda, Shantane, Cordoba and others

It is not difficult to grow Shantane carrots in your garden plot. She does not need to create any special conditions. This variety of vegetable is unpretentious to environmental conditions. Several varieties have been developed, including early-ripening varieties of carrots. Almost all of them are high-yielding, with quite juicy fruits.

Chantane varieties are among the ten best varieties of carrots. This variety was developed in France, but has become widespread and grown in many European countries.

The varieties have excellent taste, high yield and beautiful appearance of the fruit, with smooth and even sides, painted in bright orange. Some varieties have a reddish tint. They practically never have defective fruits.

The fruit contains a lot of juice and has universal uses. Juices, salads are prepared from them and added to heat-treated dishes. Store in a cellar or frozen.

This variety of vegetable was brought to Russia about 70 years ago. Chantane carrots are the ancestor of a popular variety. Different species have much in common, but their characteristics differ. The selection process managed to improve some indicators.

The variety includes early and mid-season carrot varieties, and several hybrids. They are bred for cultivation in various climatic conditions. There are varieties of carrots for central Russia. Their productivity is not affected by the composition of the soil.

Shantane fruits contain sugar (from 5.5% to 10%). The weight of one carrot can reach up to 250 g. During the season, from 1 sq. m. can be collected up to 9 kg. Early ripening varieties of carrots, when grown in greenhouse conditions, can be harvested 2 times a year, which is especially important for those who grow for commercial purposes.

Characteristic features of cultivation

The maximum yield is obtained on loose, nutrient-rich soils, but you can also choose carrot varieties for Siberia.

The bed for future planting is chosen in such a way that it is sufficiently illuminated by the sun's rays. 1-2 days before planting the seeds, water the soil thoroughly. The seeds are placed in shallow furrows of 2-3 cm and covered with earth. The row spacing is approximately 25 cm.

During plant growth, after seedlings have appeared, fertilizing with nitrogen fertilizers is necessary, and later they require potassium fertilizers.

As the seeds germinate, the beds are thinned out. It is optimal to leave 5-7 cm between plants.

Important! Thinning should be provided that all sown seeds have grown. It is necessary to wait until the tops rise above the ground by 5-6 cm. After thinning, watering the beds is mandatory.

Difficulties in growing

Despite the unpretentiousness of early carrots, vegetable growers face a number of problems when growing them.

Usually difficulties arise due to improper care of plantings:

Curved root vegetables. The main reason for this is inappropriate watering regime. Vegetables become deformed if the soil is first dried out and then watered abundantly for several days. The crop does not develop properly in rocky soil. During the formation of vegetables, nitrogen fertilizers and fresh manure should not be applied.
"Hairiness" of carrots . This is a consequence of irregular watering and infertile soil. Such vegetables will not lose their taste, but they can no longer be stored for long periods of time.
Bitter taste. The reason lies in incorrect agricultural technology, when the top of the root crop is exposed. As a result, solanine is formed, which imparts bitterness. To avoid this, carrots are regularly hilled, and the tops sticking out of the ground are covered with earth. Another reason is late harvesting.

Shantane Kuroda

This hybrid is popular among vegetable growers. Shantane Kuroda's carrots ripen early. Carrot seeds germinate well. Approximately 70% of seeds planted in the beds germinate. The first harvests are harvested 90 days after emergence.

Growing and caring for carrots

This carrot variety is characterized by its unpretentiousness to growing conditions, so the gardener will not need much time to care for the crop. After the emergence of seedlings, it is immediately recommended to thin out the plantings to avoid excessive thickening and reduce the risk of disease.

Leave approximately 4–8 cm of free space between adjacent plants in a row. Further care for Cordoba f1 carrots comes down to proper watering, timely application of fertilizers and the fight against possible diseases and pests.

Watering

When watering this variety of carrots, you need to take precautions so that the soil in the beds does not dry out too much, but is not oversaturated with moisture. In the first case, the taste of the vegetable deteriorates, and in the second, the plant begins to actively grow tops, which leads to a decrease in the size of the root crops.

Important! To irrigate carrot beds, it is recommended to use the drip irrigation method - it helps to evenly moisten the soil and does not erode the soil around the root crops.

Basic recommendations for watering Cordoba f1 carrots are listed below:

It is recommended to additionally irrigate the plants only in the absence of rain for a long time, otherwise the fruits will rot;
the rate of water consumption during the process of active crop growth is about 5 liters per 1 m² of beds;
frequency of watering during extreme heat - up to 3 times a week;
plants are watered in several approaches with small portions of water - this way the moisture will evenly penetrate the soil;
the water temperature for irrigation should be about +22…+25 °C;
at the stage of fruit formation, the beds are watered approximately once every 7–10 days, spending about 15 liters of water per 1 m²;
It is recommended to irrigate carrots early in the morning or in the evening after sunset - this will avoid burns on the leaves of the plants and prevent rapid evaporation of moisture;
After the root crops are fully formed, watering the beds is stopped so that the ripened fruits are better stored and do not crack.

With drip irrigation, water is supplied directly to the root zone of cultivated plants and is regulated in small portions using dropper dispensers

Fertilizer application

To get a generous harvest of large fruits from the beds, you need to periodically feed the carrots with fertilizers. At the same time, it is necessary to adhere to the fertilizing schedule and know exactly what nutrients the plant needs during each period of its growth.

Did you know? Carrot tops have found wide application in cooking. It is added to soups, used to prepare vegetable salads, and also for brewing tea.

The rules for applying fertilizers for Cordoba f1 carrots are listed below:

30 days after the appearance of the first shoots, the carrots are watered with a nutrient solution prepared from 30 g of ammonium nitrate and 10 liters of water;
3–3.5 weeks after the first feeding, the plants are fertilized with a superphosphate solution (15 g per 5 liters of water);
in August, potassium and phosphorus fertilizers are applied, which are necessary for the good taste of the vegetable - 30 g of superphosphate and potassium salt are dissolved in 10 liters of water;
For every meter of bed, approximately 1 liter of the nutrient solutions listed above is consumed;
Before applying fertilizers, you need to water the carrots - this way the nutrients will be better absorbed into the soil;
fertilizers are dissolved in water for irrigation and the resulting mixture is applied to a ditch dug between the rows of plants;
At the stage of fruit formation and ripening, nitrogen fertilizers cannot be applied - they stimulate the growth of the above-ground part of carrots, but deteriorate the quality and taste of the fruit.

The appearance, taste and shelf life of carrots depend on correctly selected and timely application of fertilizer.

Prevention of diseases and pests

The Cordoba f1 variety has good immunity to diseases and pests, but if not properly cared for, they can still affect plants. To eliminate the problem, you need to notice the first signs at an early stage and begin treatment immediately.

Read more about ways to control carrot pests.

The most common diseases and pests of carrots of this variety are listed below:

Carrot fly. The larvae of this insect damage the root crop, making narrow and long passages in its pulp, as a result of which the carrots become unsuitable for storage. At the same time, plant growth slows down, the tops acquire a bronze tint and gradually die off. To destroy caterpillars, the soil in the beds is sprinkled with a mixture of tobacco dust and ash or watered with ammonia. In case of severe infection, special drugs are used (for example, “Ziper”, “Actellik”).
Carrot psyllid. The insect lays eggs on the green leaves of the plant, and the emerging caterpillars feed on their juice. As a result of this, the above-ground part of the carrot turns yellow and dies, and the root crops do not have time to reach the required size and ripen. You can remove the pest from the area by spraying the carrot beds with a soap solution or liquid infusion of tobacco.
Wireworm. This pest is the larva of the click beetle and causes damage to root crops. Signs of infection include slower growth of the plant, lethargy of the tops and round through holes on the surface of the vegetable. To get rid of wireworms, the beds are fertilized with substances containing ammonia. In case of severe infection, insecticides are used (for example, Aktara).
Fomoz (dry rot). The disease is fungal in nature, and its main symptom is gray-brown spots on the tops and fruits. As the infection spreads further, the carrots begin to rot and become unsuitable for use. Dry rot cannot be treated, and affected plants must be immediately removed from the site to prevent the infection from spreading to other beds.
White rot. The disease affects fruits and manifests itself mainly during harvest storage, covering vegetables with a layer of white fluffy coating, which in appearance resembles cotton wool. The surface of the fruit under the coating becomes covered with mucus and begins to rapidly deteriorate. To combat the infection, you need to destroy the affected root vegetables and spray the carrots with preparations containing copper.
Rhizoctonia (felt rot). With this disease, dark gray spots appear on the surface of the carrots, which penetrate deeply into the pulp of the vegetable. Subsequently, the root crops become covered with a purple felt coating, leading to rotting of the root crop. Diseased plants cannot be saved - they are removed from the garden bed and destroyed. The remaining plantings are sprayed with preparations based on copper oxychloride.

To prevent the occurrence of these difficulties, it is enough to implement simple preventive measures:

adhere to the recommended planting scheme;
carry out thinning of seedlings;
observe the correct watering and fertilizing regime;
carry out autumn digging of soil on the site;
observe crop rotation;
Regularly remove weeds and loosen the soil between the rows.

Cordoba

The Cordoba carrot is considered a classic variety of this variety. She has an average ripening period. The growing season is 90-115 days. This period does not depend on the region of growth and soil composition. Root vegetables have a cone-shaped shape. They can grow up to 17 cm in length and 180 g in weight. The upper part of the fruit does not protrude above the ground surface and does not turn green. Even high humidity does not have a negative effect on the fruits; they do not crack.

Carrot Cordoba F1

Cordoba carrot F1 is an early plastic hybrid of the Chantanet type. Ripening period is 100 days. It develops quickly even under unfavorable conditions. Excellent for fresh market, processing and storage. Recommended for cultivation throughout Ukraine.

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Carrot Cordoba F1

Cordoba carrot F1 is an early plastic hybrid of the Chantanet type. Ripening period is 100 days. The root crops are smooth, uniform, cylindrical in shape, with a rich, uniform external and internal color, 16-18 cm long.

Cordoba F1 carrots develop quickly even under unfavorable conditions.

Excellent for fresh market, processing and storage. Recommended for cultivation throughout Ukraine.

Carrot growing technology

The best predecessors for carrots are potatoes, tomatoes, cabbage, legumes, and greens. Correct rotation of crops on your garden plot increases their yield by 20%, reduces the likelihood of the spread of diseases and pests that parasitize plants.

Before sowing carrots, you need to prepare the bed. Before digging (in autumn), we apply organic fertilizers (Organat, Gumivit, Gumigran, etc.) at a rate of 2-3 kg per 1 m². Additionally, you can add Superphosphate (2-3 kg per 1 hundred square meters) and Potassium Sulfate (2 kg per 1 hundred square meters).

In the spring, when sowing, we sprinkle mineral fertilizers in the rows (Nitroammofoska, Fertis universal, etc.)

Carrots are a cold-resistant crop. Seeds begin to germinate already at a temperature of +4ºС. But still, in warmer weather (+18+20ºС), carrot shoots appear earlier (approximately two weeks after sowing). In our country, approximately this period begins at the end of April - beginning of May.

It is recommended to sow carrot seeds to a depth of 1-1.5 cm. The distance between rows is 15-20cm. There should be 5-6cm between seeds. Since the seeds are small, they are usually sown thicker and then thinned out. Or they immediately use special seeders with the required distance between plants.

After the emergence of seedlings, you need to fertilize with nitrogen fertilizers (Karmabid, Ammonium nitrate). We dilute 1 tbsp. spoon (20-25g) per 10 liters of water at room temperature and water the beds with young shoots.

Every 10-14 days it is necessary to fertilize with complex fertilizers that contain additional microelements (Master20-20-20, Novofert, etc.)

In the second half of summer, we do a couple of foliar feedings with solutions that contain an increased dose of potassium and phosphorus (Monopotassium phosphate, Potassium sulfate, Plantafol 5-15-45, Novofert ripening and others). After such intensive nutrition, carrot roots become sweeter and are stored better in winter.

During the growing season, we necessarily carry out 2-3 treatments against carrot flies with insecticides: chemical (Enzhio, Turbo Presto, Aktara, etc.) or biological (Aktofit, Bitoxibacillin and others.

Royal

Another common species of the carrot family is Chantane Royal. It has slightly shortened, even fruits. Productivity up to 9 kg per square meter. It is highly resistant to diseases. Increased shoot formation is not a typical phenomenon for the Shantane Royal variety. Great for juicing and adding fresh vegetables to salads. Has the ability to persist for a long time.

Pros and cons of the variety

Despite the fact that the variety is young, experts were able to thoroughly study its advantages and characteristic disadvantages.

excellent taste, the reason for which is the high content of sugars and carotene;
high productivity;
good resistance to a large number of diseases, especially rot;
long shelf life, despite the fact that the variety is early;
tolerates the vagaries of the weather well: heat, lack of precipitation, sudden changes in temperature.

As for the disadvantages of the variety, neither experts nor amateur gardeners mention the presence of significant disadvantages.

Royal

Shantané Royal has an intermediate period to maturity. It is often grown in western Russia. The first harvest of fruits occurs 90-110 days after germination. Root crops grown in greenhouses for sale are harvested in early spring. These carrots can be stored for a long time. It has moderate sweetness and high carotene content. Flesh orange-red

Red Core

Shantane Red Core is one of the early ripening species. Its difference from other varieties of this variety is its increased yield. Root crops are harvested 80-86 days after germination. The fruits are relatively small (11-16 cm). There is no bitterness in the fruits; Red Core has an increased amount of carotene and sugar. The color of the pulp is uniformly orange.

Characteristics and description of the variety

The Cordoba f1 carrot was developed in 1899 in Holland. Breeders from the famous Dutch company Bejo worked on the creation of a new variety. The resulting variety of vegetable had excellent characteristics, so it quickly spread to other countries.

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A brief description of this variety is presented below:

The above-ground part of the plant is strong and characterized by a rapid growth rate.
Cordoba carrot f1 has an erect rosette consisting of long light green leaves. Its total height is 43–48 cm.
The leaf blade is characterized by medium dissection.
The ripe fruit is medium in size, conical or cylindrical in shape and has a slightly pointed tip.
The outside of the carrot is covered with a smooth orange peel, and its flesh is also orange.

Most suitable planting regions

Due to the variety’s unpretentiousness to environmental conditions, today Cordoba f1 carrot seeds are sold in Ukraine, Russia, the Republic of Belarus and Kazakhstan. In Russia, this variety is recommended to be grown in the following regions:

Central;
Volgo-Vyatsky;
Central Black Earth.

Important! 100 g of Cordoba f1 carrots contain about 6–10% sugar and approximately 17 mg of carotene.

Ripening time

This variety of carrot attracts many gardeners with its early ripening. From the moment the seeds are planted until the first ripe root crops are harvested, it takes from 85 to 118 days, so Cordoba f1 carrots are often grown for the purpose of early sale of fresh vegetables. But despite the early ripening period, the fruits of this variety are characterized by excellent keeping quality, retaining their taste and attractive presentation even during long-term storage.

Productivity

Cordoba f1 carrots are distinguished by high productivity and excellent commercial characteristics of the fruit. Ripe vegetables have an attractive appearance, good taste, and a rich chemical composition. The main characteristics of the yield and fruits of this variety are listed below:

when following recommendations for planting and growing, the variety’s yield is 460–740 c/ha;
a mature vegetable, on average, reaches a length of 15–20 cm;
the average weight of one ripe carrot is 120–250 g;
the pulp of the ripe fruit has a sweet taste;
the proportion of dry matter in Cordoba f1 carrots is about 12%;
yield of commercial products - from 75 to 95%.

We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the early varieties of carrots:

Nandrin

Nandrin carrots are distinguished by high productivity. This is a variety with a fairly early ripening period. It takes 75-95 days from germination to harvest. This carrot has a cylinder shape. They can reach 20 cm in length. Juicy pulp, orange-red in color. The variety has stable yields.

Used fresh and for adding to fruit and vegetable juices. Suitable for long-term storage. Up to 6.7 kg are collected per square meter.

Features of sowing

To obtain high yields of orange root crops, you must follow the simple rules of agricultural technology for this crop. To plant a vegetable, you should select a suitable area and prepare the seed material for sowing, and after the plants have sprouted, properly care for them.

Dates and place

Check out the features and rules for sowing carrots in open ground

To collect early root crops, winter sowing is practiced. However, this method cannot be used in areas with severe winters or thaws, after which frosts return.

Therefore, preference is usually given to spring planting, when frost is no longer expected.

If carrots are needed for winter storage, then sowing is recommended on days when the daytime temperature is +15...+18°C. The soil should have time to warm up to +5…+7°С.

Soil acidity and crop rotation

Carrots prefer to grow on neutral (6–7 pH) sandy loam, loamy and peaty soil. You should not plant this vegetable where carrots themselves, as well as parsley, parsnips, dill and beans, previously grew. It’s good if this crop was preceded by potatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, cabbage, tomatoes, garlic and onions.

In spring, the area should be leveled using a rake. The area for planting should be prepared in the fall and fertilizer should be added while digging the beds. In this case, per 1 m² you need to take 30 g of superphosphate, 15 g of potassium, 20 g of nitrogen and 2–3 kg of humus. If the soil in the future carrot bed has high acidity, it should be limed.

Important! To reduce acidity, you need to add ash and dolomite flour to the ground.

How to prepare seeds for planting

Seed material requires preparation before planting in order to improve its germination and protect against the appearance of certain diseases.

As a rule, 4 seed treatment methods are used:

Place the seed material for 1 day in water at a temperature of about +30°C. Change the water at least 6 times.
Use ash solution. To do this, add 1 tbsp to warm water. spoon of ash and wet the seeds. Then rinse the seeds with clean water, wrap them in a piece of cloth and place them on the refrigerator shelf, where they should be kept for 2 days.
Pour the seeds into a cotton bag and dip into water heated to 50°C, and after 2-3 minutes transfer to cold water to cool.
Bubble the seeds (if you have a bubbler). To do this, place them for 20 hours in a solution of Epin or Silk preparations with oxygen saturation.

The germination of seeds of the Cascade variety is good. Therefore, in order to avoid thinning the beds and save seeds, you can plant them on adhesive tape at a distance of 2–3 cm from each other.

Amsterdam

Amsterdam carrots are a universal type of carrot. This is an early vegetable, grown in greenhouses, film greenhouses and open beds. Planted in the southern part of Russia and the middle zone. The pulp is relatively dense. The weight of one can be 150 g, and the length is no more than 15 cm. The variety is distinguished by its unpretentiousness to fertilizing and regular watering. Root vegetables are not prone to cracking.

Harvest and storage

Depending on the time of planting, carrots are harvested in August or September.

How and when to collect

The harvest period for crops grown in open ground occurs 3–3.5 months after sowing. In dry weather, root vegetables are carefully pulled out, holding them by the tops.

By the way. When planted deeply, the tops sometimes break off. In this case, use a pitchfork.

Storage features and shelf life

Carrots planted in spring are stored for 7-8 months after harvest. First, the root vegetables are cleared of soil and dried well, after which the tops are cut off, leaving no more than 0.5–1 cm. The vegetables are laid out in boxes.

Storage conditions:

temperature - within 0...+5°C;
humidity - 85–95%;
poor air circulation in the room.

Root crops damaged by a pitchfork or shovel are placed in a separate box and used first.

Lagoon

The new hybrid Laguna f1 is characterized by even fruits. It is a Nantes type of vegetable with excellent taste. It has a high content of carotene. The core has one flesh color - bright orange. Laguna root crops have a maximum length of 17 cm. For sale per bunch, harvesting of root crops begins 60 days after emergence. The rest of the harvest is harvested on the 80th day. It is possible to sow this carrot twice within one year.

Karotel

The legendary Karotel carrots have a mid-season ripening period. It has a relatively high yield (up to 7 kg per 1 sq. m.). The time until fruiting from germination is about 90 days. This variety can be grown in almost all climatic conditions.

The color of the root vegetables is orange, the shape is in the form of a cylinder with a blunt tip. Length up to 15 cm, weighing no more than 100 g. The pulp is very tender and juicy, has increased taste. Used for dietary and baby food. The variety has a fairly long shelf life.

Saturno

Carrot Saturno f1 is a hybrid bred in France. This is the earliest variety. Ripening occurs already 50-55 days after germination. It is used in a variety of greenhouses and greenhouses. It has a rich dark orange color. The length of the fruit is up to 19 cm, and in diameter up to 3-4 cm.

Root vegetables have a very sweet taste. The inner core has the same shade as the rest of the pulp. It has a high carotene content. Saturno f1 carrot fruits have resistance to cracking and almost simultaneous ripening (up to 90%). Used primarily for commercial purposes.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of Chantenay, Red Koreda and Cordoba:

precocity;
high productivity;
long-term storage;
disease resistance;
low maintenance requirements;
attractive presentation of root crops;
juicy sweet taste of carrots;
versatility in cooking.

Early carrots have practically no significant disadvantages.

Differences from other varieties

Cordoba, Red Cored and the original Chantenay variety are particularly frost-resistant, which is why they are planted in early spring.

Typically, early ripening carrots are not suitable for storage, but Chantenay and its hybrids are an exception.