Apiacées • Daucus carota var. sativus

Red Cored Chantenay Carrot - Organic

"A generous and reassuring carrot, to be harvested as a family and shared over simple and nourishing meals."

$4.49

Number of seeds 800 seeds

Originating in France, the 'Red Cored Chantenay' carrot is an heirloom variety distinguished by its light red core and sweet flesh. Traditionally cultivated for its hardiness and pronounced flavor, it now finds its place in organic vegetable gardens, where its stocky shape and contrasting color attract attention.

In the garden, this carrot offers a generous and reassuring character: it adapts to heavy soils and provides a reliable harvest in late summer. Its compact habit and dense foliage make it an ideal companion plant for diversifying crop rotations. Its color appeals to both gourmets and gardeners who appreciate natural beauty.

Growing climate: Temperate to cool climate
Sowing difficulty level: Easy
Care required: Regular
Annotation: This variety tolerates some soil heaviness and relative coolness well, ideal for temperate climates.

The 'Red Cored Chantenay' carrot is cooked like a regular carrot: raw in salads for its attractive color, or cooked in soups, stews, or purées. Its dense, sweet flesh is ideal for simmered dishes and also adds a touch of color to culinary preparations. Traditionally, it keeps well in a cool cellar and can be used throughout the winter.