Carrot Rainbow Blend brings five heirloom varieties together for a colorful garden-to-table harvest: Lunar White, Solar Yellow, Cosmic Purple, Orange Danvers and Atomic Red. This packet contains 1,000 non-GMO seeds in a blend of white, yellow, purple, orange and red carrots for fresh eating, roasting, soups and other kitchen favorites.

Pull a few roots and turn an everyday vegetable dish into a colorful display. The blend gives you different appearances and flavors to explore, from familiar orange carrots to pale roots and richly colored varieties. Exterior color does not always match the interior; purple-skinned carrots can reveal contrasting color when sliced. Cut rounds or lengthwise pieces to showcase the variation on a snack plate or roasting tray.

Good soil preparation makes a real difference with carrots. Loose, stone-free soil gives developing roots room to grow, while steady moisture supports germination and even development. Because this is a five-variety blend, roots may mature at different rates. Check several plants and harvest according to their size and your intended use rather than expecting the entire planting to be ready together.

Enjoy small, tender carrots fresh or let selected roots develop for cooked dishes. The proportion of each variety can vary from packet to packet, so the harvest is an assortment rather than a guaranteed equal number of every color. Successive small sowings during suitable cool-season weather can help spread out the harvest.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 02/26. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 55%

Why Choose Carrot Rainbow Blend?

• Five heirloom varieties: Lunar White, Solar Yellow, Cosmic Purple, Orange Danvers and Atomic Red offer a varied carrot planting.
• Colorful presentation: White, yellow, purple, orange and red roots bring visual interest to salads, snack plates and roasted dishes.
• Flavor exploration: Compare the roots fresh and cooked to discover your favorite varieties and preparations.
• Flexible harvest: Pick younger roots for tender eating or allow selected carrots to develop further for cooking.
• Open-pollinated seed: Seed saving requires correctly isolated plants and a later flowering season; nearby compatible plants may cross-pollinate.
• Cool-season crop: Useful for spring or fall sowing when local conditions suit carrot growth.

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Choose full sun with approximately 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily.
• Soil: Prepare loose, well-drained soil and remove stones and clumps that can obstruct roots. A pH near 6.0 to 6.8 suits carrot growth.
• Sowing: Direct-sow approximately ¼ inch deep, following packet guidance and your local planting calendar. Avoid disturbing established roots through transplanting.
• Thinning: Thin established seedlings to approximately 3 to 4 inches apart, adjusting to packet recommendations and desired harvest size.
• Moisture: Keep the shallow seedbed consistently moist during germination. Sprouting may take about 14 to 21 days under suitable conditions.
• Watering: Once established, water deeply as needed without waterlogging the soil. Avoid repeated cycles of severe drying and saturation.
• Fertilizing: Use moderate fertility based on soil-test or label guidance. Excess nitrogen can encourage foliage rather than balanced root growth.
• Support: No trellis or staking is normally required.
• Weeding: Remove competing weeds carefully while seedlings are small, avoiding damage to nearby carrot roots.
• Pest management: Monitor for local carrot pests, use row covers where appropriate and rotate crops.
• Harvest: Check root size and loosen soil carefully before lifting. Maturity varies among the blend's varieties. Lift roots before the ground freezes solid where applicable.

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• Vegetable Seed License: David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.

Cooking Methods

• Raw and fresh: Wash and slice or julienne roots for snacks, salads and colorful vegetable platters.
• Roasted: Cut into similar-sized pieces and roast with oil and herbs until tender and lightly caramelized.
• Steamed: Steam until tender, then season with butter, herbs or citrus.
• Sautéed: Cook thin slices with garlic or herbs for a quick side dish.
• Soups and stews: Add diced carrots for flavor and texture. Some varieties may influence the color of the cooking liquid.
• Refrigerator pickles: Use a reliable refrigerated pickle recipe and keep chilled. This is not shelf-stable canning guidance.

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Plant 1,000 heirloom seeds for a colorful five-variety carrot harvest in your garden and kitchen.

Nutritional Information

General reference for 1 medium raw carrot, approximately 61 grams. Values are approximate, not testing of this five-variety blend, and apply to harvested roots, not planting seeds. Nutrients vary among carrot varieties.

• Calories: Approximately 25
• Total Carbohydrates: Approximately 6 grams
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 2 grams
• Total Sugars: Approximately 3 grams
• Protein: Approximately 1 gram
• Potassium: Approximately 195 milligrams (4% Daily Value)

Important Disclosures

• Mix Disclaimer: The number of each variety and color balance vary from packet to packet. Equal proportions are not guaranteed.
• Root Variation: Size, shape, color intensity and maturity depend on soil preparation, moisture, temperature and care.
• Seed Storage: Keep seed cool, dry and dark, protected from heat and moisture.
• Planting Zones: Follow local cool-season planting guidance. Germination test results do not guarantee identical garden results.
• Planting seed: Culinary references apply to harvested carrot roots, not direct consumption of packet seeds.

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Recipe: Honey-Thyme Roasted Rainbow Carrots

A simple side dish that highlights your garden's carrot colors. Use harvested roots, not planting seeds. Serves 4. Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 to 35 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds harvested rainbow carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Wash carrots thoroughly, trim tops and peel if desired. Split thicker roots lengthwise and cut into similar-sized pieces.
2. Toss with olive oil, thyme, salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
3. Roast for 20 minutes, then turn the pieces. Drizzle with honey and toss carefully.
4. Roast another 5 to 15 minutes, until tender and lightly browned. Check smaller pieces early and watch the honey to prevent scorching.
5. Transfer to a platter and serve warm. Colors may soften or bleed slightly during cooking.

Option and storage: Substitute maple syrup for honey if preferred. Honey must not be served to children younger than 12 months. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and use within 3 to 4 days.

Growing a Doomsday Garden by David Schulze