{"product_id":"carrot-nantes","title":"Carrot Nantes","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"806\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCarrot Nantes\u003cstrong data-end=\"485\" data-start=\"468\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(Daucus carota var. sativus) is a popular heirloom variety prized for its uniform cylindrical shape, sweet flavour, and crisp texture. It features a smooth, blunt-tipped root that typically grows to 15–18 cm in length and matures quickly in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e90-130 days. Unlike other carrots, Nantes types thrive in lighter, sandy soils and perform especially well in South Africa’s spring and autumn seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"806\" class=\"\"\u003eThe roots are bright orange, tender, and coreless, making them\u003cstrong\u003e ideal for fresh eating, juicing,\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003elight cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e. This variety is well-suited for home gardens and market growers, offering consistent yields in both open ground and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1011\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBenefits\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Versatility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIdeal for raw snacking, grating into salads, juicing, and light steaming to retain nutrients.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMaintains\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eexcellent texture and sweetness when lightly roasted or added to soups and stews.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2770\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCan be stored for several weeks in cool, dark conditions after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Pest \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhile not a major nectar source, carrot flowers (if allowed to bolt) attract beneficial insects like parasitic wasps, \u003cstrong\u003eladybugs \u003c\/strong\u003eand hoverflies, which help control aphid populations.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCompanion planting reduces the risk of carrot root fly, especially when combined with alliums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1939\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003eLow in calories\u003c\/strong\u003e and high in dietary fibre, aiding digestion and supporting gut health.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich in\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ebeta-carotene (a precursor to vitamin A), promoting\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eeye health, immunity, and healthy skin.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvides \u003cstrong data-end=\"2165\" data-start=\"2140\"\u003evitamin K1, potassium\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2187\" data-start=\"2171\"\u003eantioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e which support\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eheart health and blood pressure regulation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Medicinal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe high antioxidant content \u003cstrong\u003esupports \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2350\" data-start=\"2331\"\u003eimmune function\u003c\/strong\u003e and may reduce the risk of\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003echronic disease.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Raw juice has been traditionally used to support liver function, detoxification, and blood purification.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2690\" data-start=\"2594\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eActs as a natural diuretic, aiding kidney health and fluid balance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSensitive to compacted soil and high nitrogen, which can lead to forked roots.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eConsistent and reliable germination, with strong performance in container gardening and raised beds.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2690\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms exceptionally well in South African climates, especially in cooler months of spring and autumn.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrot Nantes flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: Early Spring to Late Summer\/\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAutumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10-25°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7-21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5x30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 90-130 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Root \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e15–18 cm \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTops 25–35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBiennial (flowers in second year if left unharvested)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFull sun to light shade (at least 6 hours of sunlight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers a well drained \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/category\/soil\/substrate\" title=\"Substrate\"\u003esubstrate\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca title=\"Amendments\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Amendment\"\u003eamendments\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Craft%20Soil\" title=\"Craft Soil\"\u003epre-made soil\u003c\/a\u003e containing all the necessary base additives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist, especially during germination and early root development.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUse a low-nitrogen, \u003ca title=\"Flowering Fertiliser\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Flower\"\u003ehigh-phosphorus fertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/bio-bloom\" title=\"BioBizz Bio Bloom\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to support root growth.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eApply a light mulch to maintain soil moisture and suppress weeds.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMonitor for carrot fly, aphids, and root-knot nematodes. Use crop rotation and netting if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs well\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\" title=\"Lettuce Options\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elettuce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Tomatoes\" title=\"Tomato Options\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebeans\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/peas-greenfeast\" title=\"Peas Greenfeast\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epeas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which offer partial shading during hot spells.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/onion-texas\" title=\"Onion Texas Grano\"\u003eonions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/garlic-chives\" title=\"Garlic Chives\"\u003egarlic chives\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca title=\"French Marigold\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/french-marigold\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e to repel pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant after \u003ca title=\"Peas Greenfeast\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/peas-greenfeast\"\u003epeas\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"Clover Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Clover\"\u003eclover\u003c\/a\u003e. Follow with \u003ca title=\"Lettuce Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\"\u003elettuce\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"Herb Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Herbs\"\u003eherbs\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid repeat root crops in the same bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Rejuvenation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deep roots improve soil structure between cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting\u003c\/strong\u003e near \u003cstrong\u003edill\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecoriander\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eparsnips\u003c\/strong\u003e, as they may inhibit carrot growth or attract similar pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor placement of large orders contact us at: office@greenhouston.co.za \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Houston","offers":[{"title":"0.1g (88 Seeds)","offer_id":47061893677299,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.4g (320 Seeds)","offer_id":47061893710067,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/CarrotNantesSingle.png?v=1749022954","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/carrot-nantes","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}