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Carrot Purple Dragon Seeds
Vegetable Seeds from Sow Seeds
Carrot Purple Dragon (Daucus carota), is a stunning addition to your garden and kitchen. Known by its Latin name, this unique carrot variety showcases vibrant purple skin and a sweet, crisp texture that will captivate both your eyes and taste buds.
The Carrot Purple Dragon features a deep purple exterior that adds a pop of colour to any dish. Its elongated shape and slender form make it perfect for slicing, grating, or enjoying as crunchy carrot sticks. Whether used in salads, stir-fries, or as a colourful garnish, the Purple Dragon carrot brings a delightful visual and culinary appeal to your recipes.
Beyond its striking appearance, this carrot offers an exceptional taste. Its sweet flavour is complemented by a satisfying crunch, making it a versatile ingredient for both raw and cooked dishes.
Not only is the Carrot Purple Dragon a feast for the senses, but it also provides valuable nutritional benefits. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibre, it contributes to a healthy and balanced diet.
Cultivate the extraordinary Carrot Purple Dragon in your garden and enjoy the abundance of vibrant purple roots. Elevate your culinary creations with their unique colour, sweet flavour, and crisp texture. Embrace the versatility and visual allure of this remarkable carrot variety in your kitchen.
Sow seed thinly to reduce the need for thinning as carrot-fly are attracted by the sweet smell. It is considered good companion planting to sow rows of carrots in between rows of onions as the smell of the onions puts off the carrot-fly - a lot of onions are required though but worth a try.
Pack Information
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When to Sow Carrot Purple Dragon Vegetable Seeds
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Indoor Sowing Information
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Deep, fertile sandy soil free from stones is ideal. Avoid ground that has been manured in the last year as it can cause forking. A sunny spot is perfect.
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January to August.
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Sow seed thinly in polytunnel or greenhouse, directly into a drill 1.5cm deep in rows 15cm apart. Lightly cover the seed with fine soil and water with a fine hose. Seedlings should appear at about 17 days. If you do need to thin do it at night when the carrot-fly is not around and aim for a carrot every 5-7.5cm.
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Water at night and keep watered in dry periods. Try not to weed during the day as it may attract carrot-fly.
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| Harvest: | May to October. Lift all remaining roots by October, remove soil from the roots and store in dry sand but do not allow the carrots to touch each other as it can cause rotting. |
Outdoor Sowing Information
| Site: |
Deep, fertile sandy soil free from stones is ideal. Avoid ground that has been manured in the last year as it can cause forking. A sunny spot is perfect.
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| When to Sow: |
February to June.
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| How to Sow: |
Sow seed very thinly, directly into a drill 1.5cm deep in rows 15cm apart. Lightly cover the seed with fine soil and water carefully with a fine hose. (A cloche can be used to help warm up the soil in early spring as seed can't germinate below 10C.) Seedlings should appear at about 17 days. If you do need to thin do it at night when the carrot-fly is not around and aim for a carrot every 5 - 7.5cm. Can also sow in long pots and harvest as baby carrots.
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| Care: |
Water at night and keep watered in dry periods. Try not to weed during the day as it may attract carrot-fly.
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| Harvest: | June to October. Lift all remaining roots by October, remove soil from the roots and store in dry sand but do not allow the carrots to touch each other as it can cause rotting. |
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