Carrot 'Bolero Nantes'

Bolero Nantes likes a position of full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Bolero Nantes is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to go dormant over the long winter months. Planting Bolero Nantes in loamy and sandy soil with a ph of between 6.0 and 6.5 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Aim to sow 0.23 inches (0.6 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 0.39 inches (1.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Bolero Nantes about 14 days before your last frost date.

Sow in deep, well-worked, stone-free soil after danger of heavy frost from spring to midsummer. Do not transplant, as crooked roots may result. Cultivate periodically or mulch to control weeds. Keep soil evenly moist.

As Bolero Nantes is very hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Bolero Nantes about 14 days before your last frost date.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by late spring.