70 days. The Royal Chantenay carrot seeds produce broad roots with little taper that can grow up to six inches long. This garden crop thrives with full sun in zones three to nine, and does best in sandy soil. The Royal Chantenay carrot is ready to harvest in seventy days. The variety is sweet and tender, and orange in color.

Latin Name: daucus carota subsp. Sativus
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Days to Maturity: 70 days
Hardiness Zone: 3-9
Planting Depth: ½"
Plant Spacing: 4"
Row Spacing: 9-16"
Growth Habit: Upright
Soil Preference: Light, well drained, sandy soil, pH of 6 to 7
Temp Preference: Warmer
Light Preference: Full Sun
Diseases/pests: Susceptible to weevils and carrot rust fly
Color: Orange
Flavor: Sweet and tender