Daucus carota 'Caravel F1' – Early and tasty carrot variety

Daucus carota 'Caravel F1' is a high-yielding and tasty carrot variety that is prized by both amateur gardeners and professional growers. This variety is known for its vigorous growth, early harvest time, and high yield. Thanks to its versatility, Caravel F1 is suitable for fresh consumption, juicing, or freezing, making it an ideal choice for those looking for a reliable and flavorful carrot.

Features of Caravel F1

Caravel F1 is an early variety that distinguishes itself by:

• Healthy, strong roots with an even, straight shape

• Fast growth and early harvest (about 100 days after sowing)

• High yield per m²

• Tasty roots, ideal for cooking, eating raw or juicing

However, the variety doesn't store particularly well; the roots are best used a few weeks after harvest. This makes Caravel F1 perfect for gardeners who harvest regularly and consume or process immediately.

Sowing and cultivation

Caravel F1 can be sown directly outdoors, making it an ideal choice for early spring and summer cultivation. Some important growing instructions:

Sowing method

• Sowing depth: 0.5 cm

• Row spacing: 30–40 cm, with 4–5 cm between seeds in the row

Location and soil

• Carrots like light, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

• Choose a sunny location for optimal growth

• Protect against carrot fly by choosing open, windy places or using nets

• Do not use fresh fertilizer to prevent cracks and lumps

Cultivation and harvest

• Harvestable after approximately 100 days

• Can be harvested quite early for fresh consumption or processing

• Rotation: grow carrots in the same place only every 6 years

• Compatibility: Grows well with corn, tomatoes, onions, lettuce and potatoes

Benefits of Caravel F1

1. High yield: ideal for home gardeners and small commercial crops

2. Early harvest: suitable for replenishing spring and summer stocks

3. Versatile use: suitable for raw consumption, cooking, juicing and freezing

4. Strong growth: healthy roots, resistant to varying weather conditions

5. Compatible cultivation: fits well in combination cultivation with many common vegetables

Culinary applications

Caravel F1 roots are exceptionally flavorful and versatile. They can be used in:

• Fresh dishes: salads, raw vegetables, snack vegetables

• Cooking: roasting, stewing, cooking for side dishes

• Juice: pure carrot juice or combined with other vegetables and fruits

• Freezing: Blanch briefly and freeze to preserve the flavor.

Thanks to their straight, uniform roots, they are also suitable for sale or processing in kitchen and catering environments.