Johnny's Selected Seeds Carrot Seed
Best colorful root vegetable for home gardeners seeking reliable yields.
These striking roots offer a refined, sweet flavor and a dramatic visual contrast with their deep purple skin and bright orange centers. Designed for consistent performance, they are an ideal choice for gardeners looking to add color and quality to their harvest.
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Johnny's Selected Seeds
Who it's for
- Home gardeners wanting to grow unique, gourmet-quality vegetables
- Parents looking for healthy, naturally sweet snacks for children
- Health-conscious consumers seeking nutrient-dense homegrown produce
Who should skip it
- Cooks who prioritize maintaining distinct colors in cooked stews
- Gardeners with heavy clay or rocky soil conditions
- Seed savers wanting to maintain self-sustaining heirloom garden cycles
Performance breakdown
Planting Ease
Pelleted coating makes handling tiny seeds significantly more manageable for gardeners.
Visual Appeal
Striking purple exterior provides a dramatic contrast when sliced open.
Culinary Versatility
Excellent raw crunch, though color fades slightly during the cooking process.
Reliability
Award-winning hybrid genetics ensure consistent growth and predictable harvest results.
Growth Speed
Seventy-three days to maturity is standard for a high-quality carrot variety.
Spacing Precision
Pelleted form allows for accurate placement, reducing the need for thinning.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
73 days
Plant Type
Vegetable
Life Cycle
Annual
Hybrid Status
Hybrid (F1)
Latin Name
Daucus carota var. sativus
Seed Form
Pelleted
Planting Depth
0.25-0.5 inches
Seed Spacing
0.75 inches
Row Spacing
16-24 inches
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