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Purple Carrot Cosmic Purple
Root vegetable
Root vegetableDaucus carota 'Cosmic Purple'
- Partial sun
- Zones 4–11
- 70 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 2" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–6.8
Overview
A stunning heirloom carrot that brings vibrant color to your garden and plate with its deep purple exterior and bright orange core. This eye-catching variety delivers excellent sweet flavor while providing powerful antioxidants from its rich purple pigmentation. Perfect for gardeners who want to grow something truly unique that will amaze friends and family.
Planting
Direct sow seeds 2-3 weeks before last frost. Sow 1/4 inch deep and thin seedlings when 2 inches tall.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 2" apart. Germination: 14-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Carrot rust fly, wireworms, cutworms. Common diseases: Alternaria leaf blight, bacterial soft rot, cavity spot.