Scarlet Nantes is a beloved heirloom Nantes-type carrot and one of the most popular home-garden carrots for its sweetness and reliability. It produces bright orange, nearly cylindrical roots about six to seven inches long with blunt tips, a small core, and crisp, tender flesh. Scarlet Nantes is renowned for excellent sweet flavor and fine texture, making it a top pick for fresh eating, snacking, and juicing. It matures in a moderate season and performs best in loose, deep soil. As an open-pollinated heirloom it can be saved for seed, and it has been a garden standard for generations. Gardeners choose Scarlet Nantes for dependable germination, high-quality roots, and the classic sweet Nantes eating experience.
Flavor Profile
Very sweet, crisp, and tender with a fine core, a top choice for snacking and juicing.
Visual Characteristics
Bright orange, nearly cylindrical roots six to seven inches long with blunt tips and a small core.
Growing Tips
Grow in loose, deep soil and thin seedlings well; harvest at full size for the sweetest, crispest roots.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.