{"product_id":"carrot-cosmic-purple-145","title":"Carrot Cosmic Purple Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaucus carota subsp. sativus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmic Purple is a striking Carrot producing slender roots approximately 15 cm long with intensely purple skin surrounding a contrasting orange interior, sometimes developing a bright yellow core. Sliced into rounds, the dramatic layers of colour make this an especially beautiful variety for fresh dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purple colouring comes from naturally occurring anthocyanins, antioxidant pigments also found in foods such as blueberries, blackberries and purple cabbage. The roots are crisp and sweet with a slightly spicy carrot flavour and are excellent eaten raw, grated into salads, pickled or used as a colourful garnish. They can also be roasted, steamed or added to cooked dishes, although some of the vivid purple colouring may soften during cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmic Purple performs best in full sun with loose, friable, well-drained soil free from stones and fresh manure. The relatively short roots also make it a good choice for raised beds and larger containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 850 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 150 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Most of the year, with best results autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Spring to autumn\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring to early autumn, avoiding periods of heavy frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly where plants are to grow, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Carrots dislike transplanting. Keep the soil surface consistently moist until germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin seedlings to approximately 2–5 cm apart once established, using young thinnings as baby carrots. Maintain even moisture as roots develop to encourage tender, evenly shaped carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 70 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649680199898,"sku":null,"price":4.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/download_9f5f57ea-dd66-4af5-b055-4d47fe54c358.jpg?v=1754017285","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/carrot-cosmic-purple-145","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}