How to Sow Carrot Seeds
The propagation of carrots originated in Afghanistan in the 7th century for medicinal purposes. The first carrots weren't even orange. They had purple skin with a yellow center. As carrots grew in popularity, changing in available colors and sizes, even their lacy leaves were used to adorn women's hair. Carrots thrive in loose, deep soil in raised beds that allow for plenty growth room. Carrot seeds are so small that a single teaspoon can hold 2,000, making it an arduous task when planting them. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Empty shampoo bottle
- Measuring cup
- Water
- Measuring spoon
- Cornstarch
- Carrot seeds
- Funnel
Instructions
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Rinse out an empty shampoo bottle completely with hot, soapy water.
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Mix one cup of lukewarm water with one tsp. of cornstarch. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is the consistency of hot cereal.
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Add carrot seeds to the mixture of water and cornstarch. Mix thoroughly.
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Pour seed mixture into the empty shampoo bottle. Use a funnel if necessary.
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Squeeze a line of seeds directly into the prepared soil.
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Tips & Warnings
Sow carrot seeds in the soil where they will grow and mature for best results.
Don't plant carrot seeds in rocky soil as the rocks will impede the carrot root growth.
