Purple Dragon Carrot
is adds a cosmic touch by adding a cool red-purple exterior to a
brilliant orange-to-yellow cored carrot. This celestial variety not only
has a wonderfully sweet carrot flavor with spicy undertones, but is
exceptionally rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Bred by John Navazio
from Chantenay Cored Carrots, Purple Dragon is 5-7-inches long,
thin-skinned, and has interior core color that transitions from yellow
to red-orange. Use for fresh snacking, salads, roasts, and other
culinary delights. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner,
Purple Dragon delivers an attractive and nutritious addition to your
garden.
Also Known As:
Purple Haze Carrots, Cosmic Purple Carrots, Purple Dragon Carrots,
Cosmic Carrots, Purple Majesty Carrots, Violet Queen Carrots, Mystic
Carrots, Purple Reign Carrots, Galactic Carrots, Twilight Carrots,
Purple Eclipse Carrots, Starry Night Carrots.
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Plant Name:
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Carrot, Purple Dragon
|
Latin Name:
|
Daucus carota |
Days to Germinate: |
14-28
|
Days to Harvest: |
75
|
Germination Rate: |
88% |
Test Date: |
4/23 |
Growth Habit: |
Root
|
USDA Zones: |
2-12
|
Lifespan: |
Annual |
Brand: |
TomorrowSeeds |
Sunlight: |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
GMO: |
No |
Pollination:
|
Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: |
No |
Seeds Packed For**: |
2024 |
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds
are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are
still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as
the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation and Fertilizing:
Carrots
are a cool-season crop and don't do as well in hot summer months.
Carrots like loose, well-drained soil to allow the roots to expand
easily. If the soil is full of rocks and clods, the roots can become
misshapen. To prepare the soil, clear the area of rocks, trash, and
large sticks. Small pieces of grass and leaves can be mixed into the
soil to make it richer. Spade the soil 8-12 inches deep and completely
cover plant material. You may optionally scatter 1 cup of a complete
fertilizer on the soil for each 10 feet of row to be planted. Rake the
soil until it is smooth and work the beds into 4-6 raised ridges to
allow soil to drain and let air enter soil. Space the ridges 8-12 inches
apart from center to center or further apart if carrots are to be
followed by a summer crop. You plant 2 or more rows of carrots on each
ridge.
Planting:
Plant seeds as soon as the soil can be worked in the Spring and soil
temperature reaches about 45F. For a Fall crop, plant in mid-to-late
Summer for a harvest before the first frost. Use a hoe handle or stick
to make a 1/2 inch furrow deep down the center of the ridge. Plant 2-3
seeds in the furrows spaced 3 inches apart within the rows. Cover
lightly with loose soil then sprinkle with water. You may cover with a
thing layer of fine compost or potting mix to help retain moisture.
Planting Depth: |
1/2 inch |
Within-Row Spacing:
|
3 inch
|
Between-Row Spacing:
|
12 inches
|
Watering:
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the
germination period, as carrots are sensitive to drying out during this
period. Water the plants well weekly if it does not rain.
Weeding: Keep the carrots free of weeds, which rob weak root systems of nutrients and moisture.
Insecticides:
Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Before using a pesticide,
please read the label and always follow cautions, warnings and
directions.
Diseases:
Check plants daily and treat with an approved fungicide if disease do
appear. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides are available for use.
Please always follow label directions.
Wash and
taste-test carrots to determine if they are sweet, crisp, and flavorful
to help determine when to harvest. Carrots are often harvested when
they reach a mature size of 6-8 inches in length or when they reach 3-4
inches for baby snacking carrots. Though, carrots can be left to grow
larger if desired. Harvest carrots by pulling from the tops until the
roots separate from the soil.
Carrots
Amount Per 1 medium (61 g)
|
Calories 25
|
% Daily Value*
|
Total Fat 0.1 g
|
0% |
Saturated fat 0 g
|
0% |
Trans fat regulation 0 g
|
|
Cholesterol 0 mg
|
0% |
Sodium 42 mg
|
1% |
Potassium 195 mg
|
5% |
Total Carbohydrate 6 g
|
2% |
Dietary fiber 1.7 g
|
6% |
Sugar 2.9 g
|
|
Protein 0.6 g
|
1% |
Vitamin C |
6% |
Calcium |
2% |
Iron |
1% |
Vitamin D |
0% |
Vitamin B6 |
5% |
Cobalamin |
0% |
Magnesium |
1% |
|
|
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie
needs. |
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