Daucus carota subsp. sativus var. atrorubens
Red carrot
Common names: Purple carrot, Violet carrot
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Description
The Red Carrot is an ancient, anthocyanin-rich carrot variety whose roots are deep violet on the outside and often contrastingly colored on the inside. In cultivation it behaves like the orange carrot but adds color to the plate—varieties such as 'Purple Haze' retain a dark rim even when cooked.
Care instructions
Sow from March to June in a thin, loose, stone-free soil and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Space seedlings about a finger's width apart and interplant with onions or garlic, whose scent deters carrot flies. Harvest typically from July to November, depending on the variety.
Companion planting
Diseases & pests
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Psila rosae
Psila rosae
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