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Carrot - Danvers 126
In very warm climates carrots are grown primarily in the fall. The tops are very strong, thus making harvesting easy. In addition to the nice flavor, it is resistant to cracks and splits. sativus', is excellent in heavy soils. Successive planting every 3 weeks until 70 days before the first fall frost extends the production season. The single most important factor in growing carrots is to have a deep, clod and rock free, well drained soil. Even moisture is essential. The Danvers 126 worked wonderfully when interplanted with onions and worked particularly well in the heavy soils because of it's higher fiber content. The Carrot Danvers 126, 'Daucus carota var. Carrot seed germinates in soils as cold as 45 degrees, but performs best in warm soils. The Danvers carrot was developed during the late nineteenth century in Connecticut. A 50% peat moss mix with the soil is ideal. The first sowing should be 2 to 4 weeks before the last frost. ... get more information
Cauliflower - Brocoverde Late summer planting is recommended in hot summer areas or short spring areas. The Brocoverde are a green headed, semi-domed cauliflower with 1 pound heads. The taste is quite sweet, and Brocoverde takes the spring heat better than regular cauliflower, thus making spring plantings more successful in northern climates. Cauliflower like rich, moist, well drained soil with lots of organic matter. If you like cauliflower, then try this new, green variety. Harvest the heads when buds are tight by cutting the stalk below the head. The Cauliflower Brocoverde, 'Brassica oleracea', is a very sweet tasting cauliflower that deserves a place in your garden. Plant in the early spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last frost or late summer, 12 weeks before the first frost for fall harvest. Keep soil moist and water deeply at least once a week. Either raw or lightly steamed, you will love the flavor of Brocoverde. |
