Carrot: Imperator

Also known as Long Imperator 58, the roots reach six long, are deep-orange colored, and taper to a blunt point. It is excellent fresh from the garden and also stores well. They were initially bred for market growers and shipping. Associated Seed Growers, Inc. developed the original' Imperator' as a cross between Nantes and Chantenay and introduced it in 1928.

Non-GMO
USES- Fresh, canning
FLAVOR- Sweet
VEG. COLOR- Orange
VEG. SIZE- Large
SEED DEPTH- 1/8"
PLANT SPACING- 2"-3"
FROST HARDY- Yes
USDA ZONES- 2-11
HRS. SUNLIGHT- 6+
DAYS TO HARVEST- 70
GENUS- Daucus carota
LINEAGE- Heirloom
SEED COUNT- 200
GERMINATION RATE- 80% 9/24
(item #: CA-10)

Surface sow; press in gently and provide consistent irrigation. Best in cooler weather