Rainbow Carrot Seeds Mix

We promise to provide you with high-quality, fresh and viable flower seeds. A True Garden Rainbow! Plant Once, Harvest a Stunning Medley of Colorful, Nutrient-Packed Carrots! Bullet Points: A Stunning Harvest of Colors: Grow a gorgeous medley of purple, orange, and yellow carrots all in one seed packet! An instant showstopper for your garden and dinner table. Naturally Sweeter & Crunchier: These heirloom varieties are bred for flavor. They are incredibly crisp, tender, and naturally sweet—far superior to the bland, woody carrots you find at the grocery store. Rainbow on Your Plate: Perfect for raw veggie platters (crudité), colorful salads, gorgeous roasted side dishes, and juicing. They make eating your daily veggies incredibly fun. Packed with Powerful Antioxidants: The purple pigments are rich in anthocyanins, while orange and yellow provide beta-carotene and lutein. Truly a "superfood" harvest. Perfect for Home Gardens: Carrots are one of the easiest root vegetables to grow. They thrive in loose, well-drained soil and are perfect for raised beds, deep containers, and traditional garden rows. Versatile Storage: Harvest in late summer/fall; they store beautifully in a cool, dark place for months of winter snacking. Product Details: Genus: Daucus Species: Daucus carota (Mixed Heirloom Variety Blend) Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 4 – 11 (Biennial; hardy to light frosts, improves in sweetness after frost). Days to Maturity: 60 - 75 days (Depending on color variety). Days to Germination: 7 to 14 days (Optimal soil temp: 55°F - 75°F). Seeding Depth: ¼ inch (0.6 cm). Row Spacing: 12 - 18 inches (30 - 45 cm). Plant Height: Foliage grows 12 – 18 inches (30-45 cm) tall; roots are 6 – 8 inches (15-20 cm) long. Growth Habit: Upright, feathery green foliage with a deep taproot that swells into a colorful, sweet, cylindrical root vegetable. Soil Preference: Deep, loose, sandy-loam, well-draining soil, free of stones and clods. Rich in organic matter. pH 5.8 – 6.8. Temperature Preference: Cool weather. Best performance at 55°F - 70°F (12°C - 21°C). Tolerates light frosts. Light Preference: Full Sun (minimum 6 hours of direct sunlight) to light afternoon shade. How to Plant & Grow: Site Preparation (Crucial Step): Carrots need deep, loose, and rock-free soil. They will fork, twist, and grow stunted if they hit rocks or hard clumps of clay. Work the soil at least 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) deep, removing all stones, and mix in 2-3 inches of well-aged compost. Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in early spring (2-3 weeks before the last frost) or in late summer for a fall crop. Carrot seeds are tiny; do not plant them too deep. Plant seeds ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep and cover lightly with fine soil. Keep the seedbed consistently moist until germination (7-14 days). Tip: Mix seeds with a little sand before sowing for more even spacing Spacing: For Straight, Plump Roots: After seedlings emerge and reach 2 inches tall, thin them to 2 to 3 inches (5-7 cm) apart in rows spaced 12 to 18 inches (30-45 cm) apart. Square Foot Gardening (SFG): Plant 16 carrots per 1-square-foot area (4 rows x 4 rows, spaced 3 inches apart). Watering: Consistent, even moisture is the secret to sweet carrots! Provide 1 inch of water per week. Fluctuating moisture (dry then wet) will cause the roots to split and crack. Harvesting: Carrots are ready when the top shoulders of the root peek out of the soil and are about 1 inch across (usually 60–70 days). Gently loosen the soil with a garden fork, grasp the top of the carrot near the leafy crown, and pull it straight up. Gardener's Tip: To keep carrots growing sweet and tender, mulch around the plants with straw or shredded leaves to keep the soil cool and retain moisture. Avoid using fresh manure, as it will cause the roots to grow hairy and forked. Planting Calendar: Early Spring Crop: Direct Sow: Early March to Mid-April (as soon as soil can be worked). Harvest: June to July. Fall Crop (Sweeter, Better Quality): Direct Sow: Mid-July to Early August. Harvest: October to November (Frost makes them even sweeter!). Mild Winter Zones (USDA 9-11): Can be sown from October to January for a winter crop. SPECIAL OFFERS: Buy More, Get More FREE Buy 4, Get 1 Free: Add 5 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 1 item – no coupon code needed! Buy 7, Get 2 Free: Add 9 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 2 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 12, Get 3 Free: Add 15 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 3 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 19, Get 4 Free: Add 23 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 4 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 23, Get 5 Free: Add 28 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 5 items – no coupon code needed!