# How to Thin Carrot Seedlings
Carrots are a root crop and their seeds are typically planted directly in the garden. Although carrots are hardy and can survive summer heat, they grow most successfully in early spring. The germination of carrot seeds occurs approximately two weeks after planting, and early seedling growth is slow. To maximize carrot growth, the crop must be thinned several times to ensure that all the plants have adequate soil space.
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How to Thin Carrot Seedlings
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Examine the spacing and development of the carrot seedlings. Be aware that the seedlings may not emerge uniformly.
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Carrots are easy to grow and are an excellent source of Vitamin A and fiber. Identify the areas of the crop where the seedlings are crowded together. Continue to monitor the carrot seedlings as they mature and become thicker.
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Thin the carrot crop when the seedlings reach a height of one inch. To thin the seedlings, gently grasp their bases and extract them from the soil. Be careful not to damage the surrounding carrots. Thinning should be performed at intervals of one to two inches apart when the seedlings first emerge. The second thinning, several weeks later, should be at intervals of two to three inches.
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