How long does carrot seed germinate?

The price of carrot seeds is generally around 15 yuan per catty. Usually, purchased carrot seeds can be planted in the middle of February in spring or July in autumn. These two periods are suitable and the seed germination rate is high. Generally, it takes about 7-8 days for carrot seeds to germinate after sowing, and it can germinate about 5 days after germination, but the premise is that they should be well maintained after sowing. If they are not well maintained, the germination time will be delayed.

Direct planting of carrot seeds

Carrot seeds are not suitable for direct seeding, because their embryos are very small, which often leads to stunting, or the ability of unearthing without embryos is poor and the germination rate is low, so it needs to be treated before sowing.

Rapid germination of carrot seeds

If carrot seeds want to germinate quickly, they can germinate first. Soak healthy and full seeds in warm water for 2-3 hours, take them out, drain water, wrap them in gauze and germinate at 20-25℃. Seeds need to be washed 2-3 times a day, stirred, and most of them turn white before sowing.

Maintenance of carrot seeds after germination

temperature

Because carrot seeds don't need much water after germination, they don't need to be watered too much. Keep the soil slightly wet when watering.

Fertilize soil or land

If carrots want to grow well after germination, it is necessary to apply a proper amount of fertilizer, about once every 15-20 days, and just decompose the farmyard manure.

illuminate

Carrots need sufficient light to grow well after germination, so to ensure sufficient light conditions, they can be placed in a bright environment, but attention should be paid to avoiding sun exposure.