When to plant carrots in spring in open ground and how

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 14:00

A correctly chosen period in spring when to plant carrots in open ground, and knowledge of agricultural technology will help the gardener not only get pleasure from growing this root crop, but also an excellent harvest.

The right time for sowing

It is worth knowing in advance when to plant carrots in spring in a particular region in order to sow seeds in open ground in time. The planting time of a vegetable is determined taking into account some factors:

• root crop variety;
• harvest time;
• climate features;
• moon calendar.

Root variety

Today, there are more than a hundred varieties of carrots. And even this does not stop the work of breeders. They are constantly improving and offering new varieties to growers.

Usually, the date when to plant carrots in the spring can be found on the package. However, it should be understood that it directly depends on its variety:

1. Early ripe. Carrots, which are early varieties, are recommended to be planted in open ground 14 days after the snow melts, but only on condition that the average air temperature is at least +6 degrees Celsius. The ripening period for such varieties is about 60 days.
2. Mid-season. Varieties that have an average ripening period are planted after setting the temperature regime. The right time for sowing is May, June. The crop reaches full maturity after 90 days and is suitable for long-term storage.
3. Late. Early summer is a good time to plant late varieties of carrots. The crop is harvested after 120 days. These varieties are intended for storage for the winter.

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Harvest time

Carrots can be planted not only in spring, but also in summer and even autumn. To get an early harvest, you should plant the vegetable before winter. In this case, you can harvest ripe carrots already in June. At the same time, it is important to have time to plant a vegetable 10 days before a serious frost.

Many people decide to plant carrots in open ground, relying on folk signs. One of them says that the right time for planting this root crop is the period of the beginning of aspen flowering. Another says that carrots can be planted if the birch has already had time to dissolve its leaves.

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The thing is, these trees are very sensitive to the air temperature in spring. Birch is covered with foliage, and aspen flowers only when the ground warms up to 6-9 ° C and the air temperature is at least 8 ° C.

Tightening the fit is highly discouraged. It must be completed at least 10-15 days before the flowers appear on the bird cherry. The flowering of this plant is often accompanied by a strong cold snap. If the carrots have time to take root, then they are not afraid of it.

Climate features

The climatic features of the region are something that should be taken into account, especially if you plan to grow carrots. The unstable spring, which is typical for central Russia, is often accompanied by frosts. This suggests that in this region, carrots can only be planted at the end of April.

It should be borne in mind that in central Russia, summer planting in open ground can be carried out in June, when it gets completely warmer, and autumn planting in the period from late October to early November. All varieties of carrots are allowed.

In the Urals, spring is also unpredictable. Snow melts at the end of April, and the cool weather can persist for a long time. That is why it is recommended to plant carrots in late spring. In summer, this root crop is planted in June, and in autumn in October. All varieties of carrots grow well in this area.

As for the harsh Siberia, mid-season carrot varieties are planted in this region. Sowing is carried out at the end of spring, provided that the air and soil temperature is at least 8-10 ° C. Mid-season carrot varieties ripen quickly and are not afraid of a short summer.

The Southern District is characterized by a short winter and the absence of a stable snow cover. This suggests that you can sow carrots as early as the beginning of spring. Moreover, the summer planting of this root crop falls on May. However, due to climatic features, the root crop needs regular watering. In its absence, carrots may simply not sprout.

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Moon calendar

This tool is often used to determine when to plant a carrot. Many people believe that the phases and quarters of the moon have a direct impact on the rhythms of cultivated plants.

When planting according to the lunar calendar, you can notice an increase in the quantity and quality of the crop. Of course, even when using this "guide", you cannot ignore the weather conditions. At low temperatures, carrots will not only not grow, but also will not sprout.

Month	Auspicious days	Unfavorable days
March	10-12, 15-17, 23-25, 27-30	6, 7, 21
April	2-9, 11-15, 24-27, 29, 30	5, 19
May	1-4, 12-14, 21-23	5, 19

Planting carrots in open ground: instructions

To make the harvest happy, you should follow the instructions for when to plant carrots in spring, and the recommendations of experienced gardeners.

How to choose the right soil and place for planting carrots

For normal growth and development in the open field, carrots need a lot of nutrients. Therefore, it is recommended to plant it in fertile, loose soil with neutral acidity.

It is allowed to plant a root crop in peaty, loamy, sandy loam soil, but with only one condition - the soil must be cultivated and fertile.

How to prepare soil and beds for planting

The stage of preparing the soil for planting carrots is very important and should not be neglected. Proper preparation will help create the most favorable conditions for growing this root crop.

The preparation of the soil and the beds should be carried out strictly according to the scheme:

1. Choosing a site suitable for disembarkation. All debris, weeds, rhizomes should be removed from it and dug up.
2. Improving soil quality. In all cases, it is recommended to introduce fertilizers that will help saturate the soil with nutrients. But in some situations this is not enough. For example, if the site is heavy, clayey soil, then in addition to fertilizers, sand and peat should be added.
3. Loosening. After fertilizing, it is necessary to dig up the area and loosen the ground with a rake.
4. Presowing preparation. 2 weeks before the planned planting, large clods of soil should be broken and the area should be leveled using a rake.

When growing carrots, do not use cow dung as fertilizer. It will negatively affect root crops and can lead to complete or partial loss of yield.

Presowing seed preparation

It is generally accepted that carrot seeds are difficult to germinate. This is due to the fact that they contain a large amount of essential oils. Given this fact, the pre-sowing preparation of seed material is one of the important stages of carrot cultivation. When done correctly, essential oils are washed out of the seeds, which allows you to increase the percentage of germination.

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There are several effective ways to treat seeds:

1. Soak. Growth biostimulants such as Zircon and Epin can significantly increase the germination rate of carrot seeds. It is recommended to soak them following the instructions on the package. After soaking, the seeds must be dried.
2. Sparging. This treatment will help remove the maximum amount of essential oils. The seeds must be immersed in water at a temperature of about 40 ° C. Place the hose from the compressor on the bottom and turn on the air supply. The seeds are left in water for 12-18 hours, after which they are dried.
3. Soaking in water. This method helps to "wake up" the seeds and increase the germination rate. The seed should be placed in a gauze bag, dipped first in a container with hot and then with cold water, keeping the seeds in each of them for 15 minutes.
4. Granular seeds do not need pre-sowing treatment. Manufacturers take care of this. Such seeds can be immediately planted in the garden.

How to plant carrots: the standard way

Planting carrots is a task that even a beginner can handle. It is important to know not only when to plant carrots in spring, but also how to do it correctly. It is planted in open ground according to the standard scheme:

1. Preparing the grooves. Their depth should be about 2-3 cm, and the distance between the rows should be 15-20 cm.
2. Disinfection of soil. To prevent the development of dangerous diseases and protect the plant from pests, it is recommended to water the finished furrows with Fitosporin-M solution, then lightly sprinkle them with wood ash and tobacco dust.
3. Sowing. Place the seeds in the furrows, keeping a distance of 2-3 cm between them, and then cover with soil.

Knowing when to plant carrots in the spring so that they give good shoots in the open field, it is important to take into account the terms of the lunar calendar and the climatic conditions of the region.

Summarize

1. Before planting carrot seeds in the soil, it is worth preparing the ground where it will grow.
2. It is important to take into account the growing region of the vegetable so as not to plant it early.
3. It is also worth studying the landing instructions to get it right.