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Root · Carrot
Cosmic Purple Carrot
Apiaceae
Purple anthocyanin skin, orange interior. Released 2005 by USDA researcher Dr. Philipp Simon. Slightly spicy/peppery unlike standard carrots. Danvers-type conical shape (7-8 inches). Color fades when cooked — recommend raw or lightly steamed. DTM on faster side at 58-75 days. Novelty with serious nutritional value.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
58–75 days
Sun
6+ hours
Container
Yes
3+ gallon pot
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Germination
Germination Time
14–21 days
Optimal Temp
55°F
Seed Depth
0.25"
Watering
Needs
Moderate
Soil
pH Range
6–7
Resilience
Heat: Low
Cold: High
Nutrition
Feeding Intensity
Moderate feeder
Sources
seed-catalog
Botanical Interests
seed-catalog
Thresh Seed — 58 DTM
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Victory Seed — 70 DTM
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