And just like that, the time-tested method turned out to be really effective! Regardless of which variety of carrots you choose, the tubers not only grow large, but sometimes reach gigantic sizes. I will be happy to share my experience with you.
The importance of initial feeding
It may seem strange to add fertilizer when planting carrots. However, this is how the optimal conditions for the growth of root crops are prepared, creating a favorable environment for their development.
Despite the opinion of some agronomists that it is not worth fertilizing an already depleted soil, especially at the time of planting, I am sure otherwise. To achieve a high yield of large carrots, this approach is ineffective.
Components of an ideal fertilizer
My carrot fertilizer includes a combination of humus, superphosphate, and potassium fertilizers. This composition provides the young seeds with all the necessary nutrients: phosphorus, nitrogen and potassium.
Secret fertilizer
To prepare it, you will need between 4 and 5 kg of hummus (about half a cube), to which you should add 20 g of each potassium and superphosphate fertilizer, then mix everything well.
How to apply fertilizer correctly
The fertilizer must be distributed dry on previously prepared and leveled beds. Make furrows in 20 cm increments, moisten them generously, and then evenly distribute over them the prepared fertilizer. Sow carrots to a depth of 1.5-2 cm and fill the furrows with soil, compacting them slightly. This amount of fertilizer will be enough for the entire growing season; No additional fertilizer will be necessary.
Avoid excessive use of hummus. My experience has shown me that this leads to active weed growth, which makes it very difficult to care for the flower beds. Follow these guidelines to avoid wasting time and effor
