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Mulching carrots?

16 years ago

Does anyone have any advice regarding mulching carrots? I've had trouble in the past with green shoulders on carrots and with the soil drying out. I'd like to try some kind of mulch but I don't want the carrot leaves to rot. Any idea what the commercial growers do to prevent green shoulders on carrots? Is any particular type of mulch better for use with carrots?

- Steve

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jonhughes
16 years ago
Hi Steve,
How far apart are your carrots ???
I would guess, if they are spread out more than mine 1 1/2" O/C ,then they might get some sun and turn green or crack,mine are doing very well though ???? I don't know brother....

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Here is a link that might be useful: Transplanting Carrots
laceyvail 6A, WV
16 years ago
I mulch with hay and have for many years.
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steve22802
Original Author
16 years ago
My carrots are spaced about 1 1/2 inches apart and 3 inches between rows. I have about 15 rows in a 48 inch wide bed. I've decided to try using planer shavings (coarser than sawdust) from my nearby wood working shop.

- Steve

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