For experienced gardeners who grow carrots, the first priority is not the size of the root vegetable, but the taste and nutrients.
Sometimes the vegetable grows large, smooth, but watery. This happens because the carrot received too much moisture during root formation.
Overwatering occurred either due to the summer resident's fault or because of rainy weather. According to experienced agronomists, water promotes active development of root crops, but does not improve their taste.
With excess moisture, carrots not only acquire a watery taste, but also store worse. It is better to use such a harvest as soon as possible, otherwise it may rot closer to the middle of winter.
How to water carrots
On average, the vegetable is watered once every 5-7 days, using 4-5 liters of water per 1 square meter. If the weather is dry, the soil is moistened every 2-3 days. 1-2 weeks before harvesting, carrots are no longer watered.
To prevent rain from flooding the carrots and causing stagnant water, you need to make high beds or dig grooves around the bed where excess moisture will drain.
