Growing Carrots In Raised Beds And Containers | Secret Soil Mix

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  • Our secret carrot soil mix for planting and growing carrots in raised beds and containers. The problems is, we have no secrets when it comes to gardening. Your success is our success. Today we'll cover our growing medium and the soil additives we use in our raised bed garden. Garden boxes and containers give gardeners more control over the soil and we take advantage of that. We also use pelleted seeds to ensure good seed to soil contact which improves our germination rate. We'll show you how to space your carrots and the correct planting depth. We also want to discuss the positive effects of phosphorus, calcium and magnesium on root crops as well as the down side of nitrogen in the soil.
    Items used in this soil mix include: Potting soil, bone meal, Epsom salt, and composted chicken or cow manure.
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    #Carrots
    #RaisedBedGardening
    #ContainerGardening
    #GardenSecrets
    #Tips&Tricks

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  • @sarahm8237
    @sarahm8237 Рік тому +40

    I’m from Australia and watched your video before attempting to grow carrots for the first time. I had heard that many people struggle to grow carrots but I followed your instructions exactly and my carrots were perfect! Thank you so much for the video!

    • @marydivittorio6454
      @marydivittorio6454 Рік тому

      I’m from Australia too. What did you use in place of bone meal as I can’t buy just bone meal on its own. Thank you

    • @paulsoutbackgardenaustrali7674
      @paulsoutbackgardenaustrali7674 11 місяців тому

      What seed or planting mix did u use

    • @essemm85
      @essemm85 11 місяців тому

      @@paulsoutbackgardenaustrali7674 I used Diggers heirloom carrots with Searles organic potting mix. My tip is to get the best potting mix you can afford. I experimented with poor quality soil and the results weren’t great

    • @RodnessDaka-ws7tc
      @RodnessDaka-ws7tc Місяць тому

      Show the bags so we can see

  • @heatheniscool7702
    @heatheniscool7702 4 роки тому +40

    Hey y’all, just wanted to say I made this mix for my container and my carrots are sprouting. Friends are blown away because they can’t figure out why theirs won’t grow. I am passing this video along! I love your channel! Thanks for all you do!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +6

      LOL... Thank you so much for sharing that story ! Glad to hear you are passing it on ! Appreciate ya !

  • @joylouise5417
    @joylouise5417 6 років тому +29

    So much great info. It’s all in the details and you really know what you’re doing. Thank you.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +2

      Thanks so much Joy... I agree... The devil is in the details... At our level of commitment to producing our own food, we really cannot afford too many failures... We can always adapt somehow, but we still prefer the idea that it is just better to do it right the first time... LOL Thanks so much for watching ! Have a great weekend !

  • @debbiehall3759
    @debbiehall3759 4 роки тому +8

    This is the BEST video I’ve watched on how to prepare a carrot bed!! ❤️ Thank you! I had just watched Tina pulling them out and HAD to know your secret! 🥕

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +4

      Alas, we dont keep many secrets here... Sharing them is what the fun is all about... Then watching good folks put them to use for good results... That is what really ices the cake... LOL

  • @KinfolkFarmofGeorgia
    @KinfolkFarmofGeorgia 5 років тому +5

    Wow I just planted our carrots today in our raised beds and wished I would have watched this first. The most informative video ever. Awesome

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      You can see how it goes, and carrots are always nice to grow in the Fall as well, so the opportunity has not passed... Thank you so much for your kind words ! Hope you enjoy the channel !

  • @barbt.1171
    @barbt.1171 5 років тому +8

    Thank you for showing how to prep bed for carrots. Info I needed!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Really hope that it helps ! Thank you so much for watching !

  • @jennysfarmsweetfarm7726
    @jennysfarmsweetfarm7726 5 років тому +4

    This is great! I've never had good luck growing carrots. I'm ready to try again using your method. Thanks

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      Thank you for watching ! Please see our latest video to get in on our giveaway !

  • @Islandgirlwrites
    @Islandgirlwrites 5 років тому +8

    Just what I always wanted to know...thanks so very much for spending your time making this video and posting it up I for one really appreciate you and your sweetheart

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Thank you so much for your kind words ! We really appreciate the support ! Thanks for watching !

  • @PlantLifeYT
    @PlantLifeYT 4 роки тому +3

    Soil prep is so important and I feel you did a fantastic job sharing your process!

  • @juanitahaleyfrizzell2191
    @juanitahaleyfrizzell2191 5 років тому +6

    Finally a carrot plant'n method that just may succeed! I've tried other methods without much success in germination rates. Thank you!! 🥕🥕🥕🥕

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      It should help if you have had trouble in the past. So glad that you enjoyed it ! Thank you so much for watching !

  • @HeideD100
    @HeideD100 5 років тому +5

    Thank you! What a fantastic video. Great info for starting my carrots. Love the step by step.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Hopefully it will be of some use to you ! Thank you so much for watching !

  • @jacquiesuper2200
    @jacquiesuper2200 3 роки тому +1

    Planting my carrots tomorrow so had to rewatch this to make sure I was going to do it right!!! Great Video. Thanks Mark and Tina.

  • @roncline3120
    @roncline3120 5 років тому +123

    The best carrot planting and soil prep video I have ever watched great job you two...Thanks Much

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +2

      Thank you so much for your kind words ! We really appreciate you watching and your support ! We hope you enjoy the rest of the channel as well ! Thanks again !

    • @antoniobarbosajr.2266
      @antoniobarbosajr.2266 4 роки тому +4

      How did you first start the soil for the original bed?

    • @fullofhope2222
      @fullofhope2222 3 роки тому +1

      @@BumbleBeeJunction what happens when all these soil supplements are no longer on the shelves?

    • @ronniemercer6758
      @ronniemercer6758 3 роки тому +1

      Where do you get your Carrot seeds from

    • @angelamc3532
      @angelamc3532 2 роки тому

      @@BumbleBeeJunction so I'm in Indiana. So can I plant these now...in the summer? And then how long does it take for the carrots to reach full growth? Love your videos

  • @hlhurd8702
    @hlhurd8702 4 роки тому +15

    Thank you, thank you, thank you for teaching us how to amend soil for carrots! Used your method for the first time this season and the carrots grew beautifully. They actually come out of the ground with a slight pull on the greens. In the past I had to use a trowel to get them loose enough to pull. Next year should be even better.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      Yes... Is you work the soil more and more, it will become better and better ! So glad to hear of your success ! Thank you for sharing !

  • @justinsyard
    @justinsyard 4 роки тому +1

    It's a oldie but a goodie. Thanks so much for the information. We are finally starting a proper carrot box this year.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      That is awesome ! Please keep us up on your efforts / success !

  • @nicolebrown9965
    @nicolebrown9965 2 роки тому

    By far the best complete guide to planting carrots! Thank you so much for this!

  • @zacmonarch4845
    @zacmonarch4845 4 роки тому +14

    This is my first year doin carrots..I just had compost soil and they did well..but I can't wait to try it with your mix..thank you guys

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      Best of luck ! Please let me know if you run into any trouble ! Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words !

  • @ChickenHues
    @ChickenHues 6 років тому +5

    So much info! Pretty impressive on how Tina can put her hand right into the soil. We've done fairly well with carrots in the past by sheer luck, but not so much this year. This will really help us for next year and I really appreciate this video Thank you. :)

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому

      I think that folks who have gardened for a while just do things from instinct with good success... The problem may have come in changes in the soil itself... And in that, it is really beneficial to continually be working with that soil... Those are cheaply built 8 year old boxes that probably need rebuilt (or they will soon) but the soil in them is priceless... I think you will find your will richen and mature as well... Good luck ! Please do share your results !

  • @ironmanstan
    @ironmanstan 3 роки тому

    I am growing carrots this year and THIS is the video I am going with. Thanks for sharing with us your experience!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  3 роки тому

      You are so welcome! Please let us know if you run into any troubles... Glad to help if we can !

  • @YolklahomaRocks
    @YolklahomaRocks 6 років тому +49

    YES!!! THIS IS AWESOME! BEST INSTRUCTIONAL EVER!! MIKE SAID TO TELL YOU THIS IS BEST INFORMATION ON PREPARING FOR CARROTS..RAISED BED STYLE AND I CONCUR. WE ARE REALLY EXCITED TO TRY CARROTS NOW. THANK YOU BOTH SO MUCH! 😊🥕❤🐝

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +3

      That should at least grow ya a few... ahahaha I appreciate y'all so much... Thank you for the ongoing support !

    • @cherriemckinstry131
      @cherriemckinstry131 5 років тому +2

      Yes I hate the carrot flies and boarers and this should help.

  • @maryt8377
    @maryt8377 5 років тому +6

    👍My first lesson on carrot growing 😃

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Thanks so much for watching and lending your support !

  • @MaBerryHomestead
    @MaBerryHomestead 5 років тому +3

    Bumble Bee Junction ... Have learned a wealth of information and wisdom from your garden vlogs. Keep up the great work! ❤️

  • @sandymorrow7477
    @sandymorrow7477 3 роки тому

    Tina sure does a good job with soil mixing. Wonderful job.

  • @adidomni
    @adidomni 3 роки тому +1

    Next year I am planning to have my first carrots bed! So excited 😆. Thanks so much for all the information!! I’ll definitely try your technique ! Love it!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  3 роки тому

      Please be sure to give us feedback as you go through the process so we can follow along too !

  • @debbiedurand8606
    @debbiedurand8606 5 років тому +12

    I really look forward to trying this with my bed! Thanks for the detailed instructions, there is so much information. Thank you both!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +2

      Thank you so much for watching ! We really appreciate the support ! And we certainly wish you the best with your adventure !

  • @kroninn
    @kroninn 4 роки тому +7

    I just came over from Reality Survival. I like the intro, it reminds me of "How its Made". Great info, I didnt know any of that.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +2

      Thank you so much for coming over from JJ's channel ! He is a great guy and a good friend ! We really appreciate the support, and I am glad you enjoyed the video... Hope you enjoy the rest of the channel as well !

  • @trevorgundy2158
    @trevorgundy2158 2 роки тому +1

    I did this in a wicked bed and the results were outstanding ! Thank you !!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  2 роки тому +1

      That is awesome ! THank you so much for the feedback !

  • @Klink52
    @Klink52 4 роки тому +2

    Followed your instructions to a tee and had the best crop of carrots ever!!! Tops were lush and almost 2ft tall!! All carrots fully grown!!! Can’t thank you enough!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much for the feedback, and I am really glad to hear of your success ! That is awesome ! Just the type of feedback we love to hear !

  • @lynettegaskins9934
    @lynettegaskins9934 2 роки тому +20

    Just finding this video. I wished I'd found it sooner. New to gardening and I believe this is the very best planting tutorial out there. Blessings to you both.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  2 роки тому +1

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching! Hope you enjoy the channel!

    • @MrSymbolic7
      @MrSymbolic7 2 роки тому

      I hear you, my first year of growing carrots was a complete failure! Great tops , but little carrots , just wish I hadn't wasted my time , but sweet potatoes I can do , my first year was unbelievable and we are still eating the stored one's to this Day !

  • @cavymomma
    @cavymomma 4 роки тому +4

    thank you so much for this info! I have my carrots in grow bags, but now I know what I need to do to improve their 'soil' (planting media),

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +1

      Awesome ! Thank you so much for watching ! Hope you enjoy the rest of the channel ! And best of luck on your carrots... If you run into questions, please ask (in a separate comment) ! Thanks again for your support !

  • @juanitawhitfield3354
    @juanitawhitfield3354 5 років тому

    Thank you for sharing. Carrots are my favorite. God bless you and you crops

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Thank you so much for watching and I hope that you are enjoying the channel ! We really appreciate the support !

  • @toddsimonds6809
    @toddsimonds6809 3 роки тому

    Great system! Clear and complete information. Starting my carrots next week. Timely video.
    Thanks,
    Todd

  • @1gr8lpta
    @1gr8lpta 5 років тому +5

    Forth time watching this video. I am planting tomorrow this exact way. Looking forward to fresh carrot this year! First time ever.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      Wishing you the best of luck, and believe that this should help you get off to a great start ! Have a wonderful weekend !

    • @jtrose6995
      @jtrose6995 4 роки тому

      Tell us how it goes!

    • @emileighearl9767
      @emileighearl9767 4 місяці тому

      How did it go??

  • @_thatchickchris8246
    @_thatchickchris8246 6 років тому +4

    Great instruction 👍🏻 makes sense when you see it done.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +1

      Thanks so much... Its funny when you do something all the time without thinking, but trying to explain it is a whole different matter... LOL

    • @_thatchickchris8246
      @_thatchickchris8246 6 років тому

      Very true I’m awful at explaining things lol

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому

      I hear ya :)

  • @ZJhontu1
    @ZJhontu1 2 роки тому

    Been a while… but I always return to these Dog-Eared pages of intrinsic knowledge. Love Y’all!!! ♥️♥️

  • @virginiareid5336
    @virginiareid5336 5 років тому

    Thank you so very much for sharing your mixes. I so appreciate you doing so.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Thank you so much for watching ! Hope you find them useful !

  • @alanbrown9179
    @alanbrown9179 3 роки тому +8

    I have used this method for 2 growing seasons now and just sowed seeds for a third time today. My carrot-growing success has improved exponentially as a result! Thanks so much for sharing this information

    • @Spaughshalfacrehomestead
      @Spaughshalfacrehomestead 3 роки тому +2

      Did you use the super soil mix first ? Then add the stuff on top ? I’m wanting to grow carrots but I wanna know how to do it from the start . I don’t have a raised bed yet

    • @alanbrown9179
      @alanbrown9179 3 роки тому +2

      @@Spaughshalfacrehomestead I’m not sure what you mean by super soil mix, but I started with 3.8 cubic foot bag of peat moss and mixed in an equal amount of perlite. I poured all of that into the bottom of a 4x4 foot bed that was 1 foot tall. I then added a 1 inch layer of potting mix on top and planted the seeds into that. I followed all of their soil amendments as mentioned in the video as well. I wasn’t using pellitized seeds but bare seeds and I didn’t have any luck with the newspaper on top but just watered thoroughly every evening. Hope that helps and good luck!

    • @patbutler6702
      @patbutler6702 2 роки тому

      @@Spaughshalfacrehomestead q a qq

    • @susewambold8175
      @susewambold8175 Рік тому

      Does this also work for potato’s and onions?

  • @ronbelldvm
    @ronbelldvm 4 роки тому +6

    Thanks for sharing your secret soil mix, and tips on growing carrots. We've always been frustrated growing carrots, but used your soil mix and your planting tips, and for the first time ever, got a great harvest. We got close to 60 lbs from 2 beds. Plenty for us, and enough to share with the neighbors, too.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      That is really awesome to hear Ronald ! Thank you so much for the wonderful news / feedback !

  • @robertbridge7678
    @robertbridge7678 5 місяців тому

    I made your mix in Large grow bags, the carrots came out perfect!!!

  • @kathrynsmith3251
    @kathrynsmith3251 3 роки тому

    This was the best video. Every question I have had, you answered. Thank you!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much Kathryn ! Glad you are enjoying the channel ! We appreciate the support !

  • @307greenhousegardener5
    @307greenhousegardener5 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for the video, I watched it several times before I did my carrot planting yesterday. I had a lot of fun getting the soil just like yours, took a lot of perlite to get the soil just right, but i'm confident i'm going to have a nice carrot crop this summer. I use store bought carrots in my juicing every morning, then take the pulp to the composter, can't wait to try my carrots.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +1

      Congrats on your carrot soil ! I know it can be some work, but it is totally worth it !

    • @YoooItsRex
      @YoooItsRex 3 роки тому

      How’d they turn out???

    • @adebimpemacaulay4802
      @adebimpemacaulay4802 Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing but what is that black thing you added after planting

  • @kelcritcarroll
    @kelcritcarroll 5 років тому +4

    Just found your channel. You sure explained things good! Very nice video! 😊

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Thank you so much ! Hope you enjoy the channel ! We really appreciate the support !

  • @peekabewm2432
    @peekabewm2432 6 років тому +2

    This was very in depth information! Thank you :)

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому

      Thanks so much for watching ! I appreciate ya lending your support !

  • @susannichols8626
    @susannichols8626 6 років тому

    I can't wait till next years garden. After watching your soil videos I will be making some big changes. Thank you

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому

      Best of luck to you ! Please do be sure to share your results ! We so love the feedback ! Thank you for watching ! Have a wonderful weekend !

  • @chaniatreides9513
    @chaniatreides9513 5 років тому +3

    Great video! My problem with my first batch of carrots was too much sun, so I had to replant them in a box inside. They are doing great about another week I can replant them outside

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Sounds like a plan ! God luck ! And thank you for watching !

  • @teresamurray9922
    @teresamurray9922 6 років тому +5

    Waving from Memphis, TN! I cannot say enough how much I love all the DETAILS that you share in your videos. I am planting my first fall garden this week. This is the method I will use to grow the carrot seeds in my garden to ensure success. Question: What are those white containers next to the carrot beds and what do you typically plant in those?

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +5

      They were food storage grade 50 gallon drums that we cut in half to make use of the space between the beds... We change up what we grow in them, but my favorite thing to grow in them is the different herbs... They had cucumbers in them earlier this year... The soil needs some work so I may let them stand till fall and work on them when it cools off.... Thanks so much for watching !

  • @charlesmartin7347
    @charlesmartin7347 4 роки тому

    I love it I don't know Jack when it comes to gardening but this helps me learn .
    Thanks for sharing your knowledge
    Blessings and more Blessings to you and your family

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for your kind words of support and for watching ! We really appreciate it !

  • @nancyclingan5396
    @nancyclingan5396 5 років тому

    Thanks for doing such an instructional video, now maybe my carrots will do better this year!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      I hope that it helps ! They can be really finicky to grow for sure.... And believe me when I say we killed a lot of carrots to arrive at something that works... ahahaha

  • @juliegogola4647
    @juliegogola4647 4 роки тому +161

    When using Perlite use a mask, it can REALLY mess up your lungs, I am just passing on this IMPORTANT tip.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +13

      Yes... Always good advice... Vermiculite is about the same... Thank you for sharing ! 😍

    • @catalystcody4949
      @catalystcody4949 4 роки тому +7

      My exact thought, I cut cacti soil with it using 50lb bags... same with any guano, deadly to the lungs

    • @catalystcody4949
      @catalystcody4949 4 роки тому +1

      Vermiculite is not quite the same. Yes it makes a soil more airy but at the end of the day it’s a clay, absorbs water while perlite does not( had 50 lb bags of both get rained on, your not moving vermiculite easily) & it will loose texture in the long run. Not what you want if you want soils to dry out between waterings say for cacti.

    • @juliegogola4647
      @juliegogola4647 4 роки тому +2

      @@catalystcody4949 I must say that saying vermiculite being a "clay" is news to me. I am going to look that one up. It is surely NOT a clay product. IF you are correct I will apoligize, BUT, I don't think it is.

    • @juliegogola4647
      @juliegogola4647 4 роки тому +1

      I've seen that it is made up of a "silicate" material, which makes me think of sand, BUT, perhaps it is not so simple.

  • @kansasgardener5844
    @kansasgardener5844 5 років тому +4

    Have you considered vermiculite? That's what I used in my beds. Here in KS fall carrots do better than spring because carrots become bitter if they mature in hot temps . This is the best video I have seen on UA-cam for planting carrots. Thanks for posting !

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +2

      I dont really have any preference between perlite and vermiculite... We have used both in the past... I like fall carrots too... They grow really sweet once they have been kissed by a frost, I agree... Thank you so much for your kind words and support !

  • @hckwonderwoman9996
    @hckwonderwoman9996 4 роки тому +1

    How fantastically educational! Thank you so much for sharing such information. Awesome.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      We appreciate you watching ! Thank you for the support ! 😍

  • @gwendolynvaughn6490
    @gwendolynvaughn6490 5 років тому

    Now I know how to grow carrots. Thanks for all the tips can't wait to try it

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Thank you so much for watching and for your support !

  • @jumpoffa5011
    @jumpoffa5011 6 років тому +3

    And here I was going to ask you if I can have the sports page when you were done reading it. LOL As soon as it cools down a bit, it is 105 degrees today, I'll try your method. I'll use the California Dreaming pages to cover the soil.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +2

      Ya never know... Then carrots may be dreaming of California too ! ahahaha Thanks so much for watching !

  • @gmc0678
    @gmc0678 6 років тому +21

    I’ve never had a successful carrot harvest and now I know why! I’ve got everything you’ve listed, now to get the energy to prepare a carrot bed 😜. Energy is an ingredient I’m finding elusive these days as I age, lol
    Would this be a plan for turnips, beets and other root vegetables as well?

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +7

      Its a bit of work, but a good carrot bed will serve you for years to come... Those beds there have been set up for carrots for about 8 years now and they are still going strong and getting richer every year (with refreshing the soil like we do)... I think a good harvest will make the effort worth it ! Have a great weekend !

  • @TonyCuckson
    @TonyCuckson Рік тому

    Thank you so much for taking time to produce this video. Have tried to grow carrots here in Ireland for years without much success until I followed your method. You really have provided great information. Had a bumper crop of huge carrots which are the envy of friends. Shared photos on facebook and many wanted to know the secret so I have sent them the link to this amazing tutorial. Hope you get the love returned to you that you each deserve for your kindness in producing this great eductional resource.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for the kind words, and your help in spreading the word ! So glad you had good luck, and were willing to share your secret with others... LOL We appreciate the support ! Thank you again !

  • @stevenhoward2790
    @stevenhoward2790 3 роки тому +1

    One of the best carrot growing .methods I have ever seen

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  3 роки тому

      Wow, thanks ! Hope it helps ! I know they are a trick to figure out ! Took us forever !

  • @janicesatterwhite4513
    @janicesatterwhite4513 3 роки тому +10

    I would love to have seen how the carrots looked after the 5 days. I will be replanting my carrots hopefully soon. Janice

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  3 роки тому +3

      They are not up quite yet at 5 days... At 10 days they look like short very fine green threads...

    • @aronjaxxon7165
      @aronjaxxon7165 2 роки тому

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      I somehow lost the account password. I would appreciate any tricks you can offer me

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      @kareemezra1350 2 роки тому

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  • @redgingerbreadpam
    @redgingerbreadpam 6 років тому +5

    A great bit of garden knowledge. Thanks so much for sharing it with us. Really enjoyed learning it.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +1

      Thanks so much for watching ! We really love sharing (even if we aren't great at it) but the feedback has been amazing and we really appreciate it... We'll keep working to improve... Thank you so much for your ongoing support !

    • @redgingerbreadpam
      @redgingerbreadpam 6 років тому

      @@BumbleBeeJunction
      I for one think y'all are great. Custructive criticism helps y'all grow. If any of the whiners want to make videos & see all it entails, I challenge them to try.
      Keep doing what y'all are doing. I'm taking notes. 😀💖

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +1

      Thanks so much for the kind words... We are always looking to improve... Its been an interesting road !

  • @jeannielettenmaier5641
    @jeannielettenmaier5641 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for the information on the the carrot 🥕,, love you and your wife’s videos, you and her explain everything so clearly ..💞🙏🎉

  • @tankingseng7371
    @tankingseng7371 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your sharing!
    Praise God !

  • @thomasterry2055
    @thomasterry2055 6 років тому +7

    Great video! Have you made any other “detailed videos” like this for growing other vegetables? If not, I would love to arch and learn about other vegetables as well!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +7

      We have not done them yet, but we plan to... We have been working to improve... First we had to get away from the old slideshow videos we made and get on camera... Now that we are, we will be taking a look at almost everything we grow in more depth as the seasons come and go... Hope you will stay tuned !

    • @heatheniscool7702
      @heatheniscool7702 4 роки тому +1

      Thomas Terry yes!!! Green beans lol!

  • @keithcronk7980
    @keithcronk7980 6 років тому +5

    THANK YOU FOR SUCH AN INFORMED & DETAIL VIDEO YALL.WE GOT IT SAVED& ILL HAVE TO WRITE IT ALL DOWN IN MY GARDEN JOURNAL. OUR RABBIT WOULD HAVE A FIELD DAY WITH THAT RAISED BED YALL. DID OUR PESKEY FRIEND FINALLY LEAVE. PEACE&SAFE JOURNEYS YALL

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +2

      I believe the beaver got tired of swimming around in sulfur / rotten eggs and moved on to fresher water, but we are still keeping an eye out...

    • @keithcronk7980
      @keithcronk7980 6 років тому

      Bumble Bee Junction GREAT BROTHER. U & URE WIFE ARE GOOD PEOPLE.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +2

      We were hoping we could inspire him to move... They really are amazing creatures... And it would have been easy enough to just shoot him... But the world needs cool creatures too... Just not in my backyard, chewing down my trees... LOL

    • @keithcronk7980
      @keithcronk7980 6 років тому +1

      Bumble Bee Junction AMEN THEY MAKE GREAT LOGGERS NOT IN YOU'RE BACK YARD.

  • @darrenbolton2190
    @darrenbolton2190 Рік тому

    A very good constructed video on how to grow carrots.I will give this a try for sure.Cheers!

  • @deborahvrtis4428
    @deborahvrtis4428 4 роки тому

    I keep failing at gardening, and keep trying year after sad, sad year, & I’m so happy to find someone who can show me how to grow carrots (& other things). Such GREAT instructions! How can I fail now!?!!! Haha! I can even get some in the planter box tomorrow! Whoooo-hooo!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      LOL... We are eager to share in your success so please let us know how things go !

  • @randydewees9413
    @randydewees9413 5 років тому +3

    Would like to see what the carrots looked like when they are harvested.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      If you will click on my logo in this response, it will take you to our main page... There, you will find our playlists... In the GARDENING playlist, you will find several of our harvest videos ! Thanks so much for watching !

  • @thelittlefarmersfarm5706
    @thelittlefarmersfarm5706 5 років тому +6

    Had to Sub you for this BBJ & Tina.. :-) This is Tony from The Little Farmers Farm Channel over in the UK... This upload was fantastic… Exactly what I was looking for sir...
    You got my Sub and I have rung the bell too so glad I found your channel man..
    God Bless ;-)

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching ! We appreciate your support !

    • @cherriemckinstry131
      @cherriemckinstry131 5 років тому +1

      Yes i have been enjoying as well.

    • @thelittlefarmersfarm5706
      @thelittlefarmersfarm5706 5 років тому

      Hi BBJ... keep on coming back to this one buddy... Such a great and innovative system I cant resist the tips and hints here.. we are starting ours off next week man, so wish us luck mate...
      ATB from North Western GB Brother.. Guru M

    • @lynnedinsdale5009
      @lynnedinsdale5009 3 роки тому

      Im new too E Yorks UK, home grown vegs Jim has great smaller tips like container carrots in 10 inch buckets n fast germination on tissue paper.

  • @mistydavis4746
    @mistydavis4746 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you!! That was an extremely informative video!!!

  • @beverlystufflebeam5731
    @beverlystufflebeam5731 3 роки тому

    Thank you for so much information. Not boring just simple direct instruction .

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much ! We appreciate ya watching, and your support !

  • @sarahsteer2690
    @sarahsteer2690 4 роки тому +8

    I’m planning on making my own raised beds with some leftover wood, for some carrots to grow in, what depth does it need to be?

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +2

      I think I would like to have between 12 and 16 inches of soil for carrots, depending on the variety...

  • @williamgallaher1377
    @williamgallaher1377 5 років тому +9

    How do you get Miss Tina to do all the work? lol
    Just kidding.
    Thank y’all for sharing.
    I subscribed.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      LOL... Pretty sure if I didnt pull my wieght, Ms T would quit feeding me... ahahaha So far, she lets me sleep indoors still after 20+ years..

    • @williamgallaher1377
      @williamgallaher1377 5 років тому

      Bumble Bee Junction
      That’s funny, lol.
      I really enjoy your channel.
      Thanks again.

  • @tracicomstock6525
    @tracicomstock6525 2 роки тому

    Thank you!! My dogs love carrots for after meal dessert! Thank you soo much!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  2 роки тому

      You are so welcome! I hope you grow them some tasty treats!

  • @daveschwab4435
    @daveschwab4435 4 роки тому +1

    thank you, great info, cant wait to start my carrots!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      GOOD LUCK ! I am so glad to hear you are give them a try ! They frustrate so many people... Would love to hear about your results down the road ! 😍

  • @christiebetts4970
    @christiebetts4970 6 років тому +4

    Awesome video! I need some pelleted carrot seed. Do you have a favorite variety? I'm in central Alabama so i figure my zone wouldn't be too differient

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +3

      I have tried several hybrids of the Nantes carrots, and seem to like them the best in the end since I seem to always go back to them... You can get the pelleted seed at www johnnyseeds com Thanks again for watching !

    • @judyhowell7075
      @judyhowell7075 5 років тому

      Received my carrot seeds today, waiting til fall to plant

  • @bradthomas6272
    @bradthomas6272 4 роки тому +3

    There's soil in there somewhere I recon.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +2

      Well... There is no actually ground soil in the boxes... But plenty of other good stuff... LOL 😍

  • @josephineclifford8480
    @josephineclifford8480 2 роки тому

    Excellent video, you two. Exactly what I'm looking for. Thank you.

  • @fairlyfunctional2236
    @fairlyfunctional2236 3 роки тому +1

    great,informative video.i'm growing carrots now!they will be a great addition to my organic container garden.thank you very much.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching and good luck with your garden !

  • @cindyvanisi5907
    @cindyvanisi5907 6 років тому +6

    How do you fill the carrot beds to start? The same layering system?

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +11

      I cheap way to start is to fill them to about 6" from the top with straw, and then dump (rinse) peat moss down through it as filler... Then in the last 6 inches, focus more on the amendments in the proportions here... Thanks for watching ! Hope that helps !

    • @cindyvanisi5907
      @cindyvanisi5907 6 років тому

      Bumble Bee Junction thank you

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому

      Please let us know if there is anything else we can do...

    • @YolklahomaRocks
      @YolklahomaRocks 5 років тому +2

      Bumble Bee Junction starting to gather supplies for spring and raised beds. Question: So do we do the fall layering after straw/peat moss and the spring amendments for our 1st ever bed. It just seems to make sense that way. Then follow by fall layering? Lol...this is HUGE for us to get it right.

  • @trudymautz4388
    @trudymautz4388 5 років тому +10

    Great video, only thing I would change is substitute the products for organic. Not a miracle grow fan. Thanks

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Most of the time, that is what we do also... But the idea of this video was to do it from things our viewers could find at the big box stores and still have some success... And many of the additives were organic anyway...

    • @rosevaldivia3432
      @rosevaldivia3432 5 років тому +1

      Would like to see carrots grown .

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +2

      If you will click my logo in this response, it will take you to our main page... There, you will find our playlists... In the GARDENING playlist you will find several videos of us planting and harvesting carrots from these boxes... In the soil mix shown...

  • @mariclee5134
    @mariclee5134 2 роки тому +1

    So glad I found your video. I'm a first time vegestable gardener, I've just harvested my baby carrots and it all looks like a cooked shrimp! Lol. Now I know what I need to do for my next carrot which is in a couple a week. More power to you sir! Keep it up. From South Australia here

  • @dandelionfields6955
    @dandelionfields6955 5 років тому

    Thanks for information. Can’t wait to try carrots again💕

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      I hope that it helps ! Thank you so much for watching !

  • @catherinemallette4224
    @catherinemallette4224 5 років тому +3

    What if your starting a new bed from scratch,what goes in first

    • @YolklahomaRocks
      @YolklahomaRocks 5 років тому +1

      In the comments Cindi Vinisi asked this question as we all wanted to know the answer. Lol we literally begged for this tutorial video. Cindi's comment was about 6 months ago. Hope you get all your answers if not ask. Mark and Tina are fantastic with helping their subscribers. We love this channel and rightfully so. 😊

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +4

      Cardboard (weed suppression).... Hardware cloth (critter suppression)... Straw or Hay (cheap filler)... I think after that, I would load the bed with loose peat moss, and amend it from there... But peat is bulky and will get you filled up to where you can work with it...

    • @cherriemckinstry131
      @cherriemckinstry131 5 років тому

      @@BumbleBeeJunction does sand mix work with carrots?

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      Cherrie... I am not a big fan of sand and carrots, but that is just me... If you've seen our harvest videos, obviously we can grow them without it... Many times, it becomes too dense for the carrots to grow long... If you are adding it to loosen up clay, then I would suggest gypsum instead...

    • @cherriemckinstry131
      @cherriemckinstry131 5 років тому

      @@BumbleBeeJunction Another reason I ask is that peat moss can get very expensive and half a bag goes for what a full bag went for a few years ago. The good thing is that it's acidic and therefore some pests do not like to get neat it. Oak leaves and pine needles are also acidic and cam be gathered locally. I used to live near a peat bog so it was a little more affordable, but still is more money than resourcing pine needles or oak leaves and shred them up.

  • @sarapulford5957
    @sarapulford5957 5 років тому +8

    You are doing the talking but your lady seems to be doing the work ?

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +3

      LOL... Somebody has to film, and she hates filming... But you can trust that I do my share, or Tina would not feed me... ahahaha Everything has to pull its weight around here... You are only seeing a snapshot...

    • @HanaPawLife
      @HanaPawLife 5 років тому +1

      STFU Sara

  • @penningtongardenlife5350
    @penningtongardenlife5350 4 роки тому

    This is the video I needed to see. Thank you guys 😁 Cheryl

  • @chasingviolet6330
    @chasingviolet6330 4 роки тому +1

    Love the arm trick --- great visual!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      LOL... It is really hard to "tell" people just how loose the soil should be... Easier to show it... ahahaha

  • @mrs.r1235
    @mrs.r1235 3 роки тому

    Referencing this video another year. Thanks for sharing!

  • @mmfine718
    @mmfine718 5 років тому +2

    I had no idea how many steps I was missing when putting in carrots. Thank you for teaching me how to do this properly. Maybe my baby carrots will grow bigger this year. Or at least straight would be nice. Beggers can't be choosers. I guess right about now your both getting the garden ready for Spring planting. My best wishes that you have a wonderful harvest!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      We will be starting to get things back up to speed soon ! Will be nice to get back to making videos !

  • @PureLivingForOutdoors
    @PureLivingForOutdoors 6 років тому +1

    I'm going to plant those carrots you sent me this fall! I need to get a bed ready!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому

      They should so good for ya ! Since carrots are a twice a year crop, we keep those beds (and that soil) dedicated to them exclusively. Good luck man ! Be sure to share your results !

  • @salliebeard1899
    @salliebeard1899 5 років тому

    Great info, now maybe I will have a great crop this time....thank you

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      We sure wish you the best ! If you need any help, please ask, we try to monitor our comments closely ! Thanks so much for watching !

  • @sandydevin8580
    @sandydevin8580 4 роки тому

    Very clear instructions, especially for a beginner (like me)

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much ! I am hopeful it will come in handy for you ! Appreciate ya watching Sandy ! Hope you enjoy the channel !

  • @dreamineley4927
    @dreamineley4927 2 роки тому

    Best carrot video to date that really works

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much for your kind words ! We appreciate the support !

  • @galedelint8381
    @galedelint8381 4 роки тому

    This is just the most informative video I have seen . It was so easy to follow

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much much ! We really appreciate the feedback and the kind words ! Hope you enjoy the channel !

  • @ryanpoopypie2498
    @ryanpoopypie2498 Рік тому

    Man.....I enjoyed that!!!! Thank You

  • @LynnTaylorProctor
    @LynnTaylorProctor 4 роки тому

    Thank you. Have never had luck with carrots Will definitely try this!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      It should get ya off on the right foot, and if you have any trouble, let me know... I would love to hear about your success though !

    • @daleval2182
      @daleval2182 4 роки тому

      Soak seeds in a little cup distilled water till you see then split. I then suck up with turkey baster, water plant go easy, don't need over seed, more work later, I have nice big carrots, I prep with a little hard wood ash, and my bone meal,

  • @MzCoCo561
    @MzCoCo561 5 років тому

    Thank you guys for sharing your methods. Definitely going to try once I’m off the road💕💕

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Sure hope it helps you ! We have had a lot of good feedback since the video was posted ! Appreciate you watching !

  • @laurreneberry3480
    @laurreneberry3480 4 роки тому +1

    Learned some new tricks. I've had good carrots maybe now I'll have great carrots

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому

      So glad you enjoyed it... It is the best and easiest way we know to get consistently good results... Thank you so much for watching !

  • @rahart8051
    @rahart8051 5 років тому

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge, very thorough video thanks again.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      Thank you so much for watching ! We really appreciate the support !

  • @christopherwade1101
    @christopherwade1101 5 років тому

    Great instructional video.
    Next season I will follow as well as I can.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому +1

      Thanks so much for watching ! We appreciate the support ! Have a great weekend !

  • @lisak6226
    @lisak6226 6 років тому

    Can’t wait to try this, thanks!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  6 років тому +1

      Wonderful ! Please be sure to share your results, we would love to hear your feedback ! Thank you so much for watching ! Have a great weekend !

  • @HanginOutWithStan
    @HanginOutWithStan 4 роки тому

    I've been gardening 54 years but never did any root crops until now. This video was very informative. Thank you. Now I will try to find your other video you kept referring to so I can watch it also.

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  4 роки тому +1

      LOL... It will be the Gardening playlist... The playlists are on our main page... And you can get there by clicking my logo !

    • @HanginOutWithStan
      @HanginOutWithStan 4 роки тому

      @@BumbleBeeJunction I found it yesterday as soon as I left the above comment. I watched it plus a couple more of your videos.

  • @Nicholas_Devine
    @Nicholas_Devine 5 років тому +1

    makes me wanna go plant a bunch of carrots!

    • @BumbleBeeJunction
      @BumbleBeeJunction  5 років тому

      ahahahaha.... Sound good ! Hope you enjoy the rest of the channel as well !