Purple Carrot

Type: Open-pollinated
Packet Size: 100+ seeds

Daucus carota subsp. sativus. Purple Carrot is a beautiful, colorful carrot variety known for its vibrant purple roots, crisp texture, and deliciously sweet, earthy flavor. These eye-catching carrots add a unique splash of color to vegetable gardens and are perfect for fresh salads, snacking, roasting, and cooking. Rich in natural purple pigments called anthocyanins, purple carrots are a wonderful addition to homegrown vegetable harvests. Easy to grow in garden beds, raised beds, and deep containers, these colorful carrots are a favorite for gardeners looking to grow something different.

🌱 Growing Information

How to Grow Purple Carrot from Seed

Planting Depth: ¼ inch
Seed Spacing: 1–2 inches
Row Spacing: 12–18 inches
Germination Time: 10–21 days
Days to Harvest: 70–80 days
Sun Requirements: Full Sun

Planting Tips:
Purple Carrots grow best in full sun and loose, fertile, well-drained soil free of rocks and clumps. Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest. Keep soil consistently moist during germination, as carrot seeds can take several weeks to sprout. Thin seedlings to allow roots enough room to develop straight and healthy. Harvest carrots when they reach mature size for the best flavor, texture, and vibrant color.

🌱 Excellent for fresh eating, salads, snacking, roasting, raised beds, and container gardens.
Pot Size: Deep container (5+ gallons, at least 12 inches deep)