Carrots

Carrots are good sources of vitamins A, B, and C, and antioxidants. Once used to color butter, the dye obtained from carrots, called carotene, is quite strong; it has been reported that people who eat large quantities of carrots may take on some of the color in their skin. Perhaps you really "are what you eat"!

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Carrots: Sow and Grow Guide

Curious about growing carrots? We can help! Care for your carrots with the knowledge we share in our Carrot: Sow and Grow Guide.

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'Shin Kuroda' Carrot Seeds

Late planting your garden? 'Shin Kuroda' is quite heat resistant, so don't hesitate to sow in late spring, and even into the summer (when you might be doubtful about sowing carrots). Shin means "new" in Japanese, which alludes to its improved, tapered, 5"-long roots with wide shoulders, that grow through heavy soils with ease. Simply unsurpassed for flavor—one of the sweetest carrots you will eat!

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Thinning: I Don't Carrot for It

Don’t “carrot” for thinning but need to thin your carrots?🥕 In this article, we talk about thinning best practices for a successful carrot harvest! Link in bio to read more.

three carrots with green tops are shown on a white background and have long stems

Botanical Carrot Illustration

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'Danvers 126' Carrot Seeds

The Danvers carrot was developed during the late 19th century in Massachusetts; it worked wonderfully interplanted with onions and grew particularly well in heavy, rocky soils. 'Danvers 126' is intensely sweet, and very resistant to cracks and splits. Strong tops make harvesting easy.

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'Tonda di Parigi' Carrot Seeds

Small size, but big flavor! 'Tonda di Parigi', Italian for "Round of Paris", is deep orange, sweet and tender, and the round shape is a unique feature among carrots. Shallow roots mean you can grow it in a shallower bed or even in a container!

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'Scarlet Nantes' Carrot Seeds

'Scarlet Nantes' is an 1850s' French favorite for many reasons—sweet flavor, tender, abundant producer, and consistent quality. Nearly coreless! There is no finer garden treat than a homegrown carrot pulled fresh from the earth!

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Calliope Blend Carrot Seeds

Imagine the pleasure of pulling up purple, red, white, yellow, and orange carrots from the earth, so crisp and delicious from your own garden. Packed with vitamin A and other healthful nutrients, colored carrots have been around for more than 1,000 years! For gourmet baby carrots, harvest when only 3"-4" long.

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Danvers 126 Carrot Seeds

What makes 'Danvers 126' carrot a kitchen garden essential? This heirloom is known for its high yield, resistance to cracks and splits, and notably sweet flavor with a classic crunch. This carrot is a must-have!

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Fun Carrot Fact

Did you know that cultivated carrots were originally purple or yellow? Orange carrots were said to be popularized at least in part by the Dutch as farmers quietly showed their support for the Prince of Orange who was leading the fight for Dutch Independence. You can find fun facts like this one inside of our packets!

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'Red Cored Chantenay' Carrot Seeds

'Red Cored Chantenay' has 6" long, thick, blunt roots, making it reliable even in heavy or shallow soils. Expect big yields that resist splitting and forking. An excellent variety for juicing, canning, freezing, and cooking in soups and hearty stews. Excellent storage carrot, growing sweeter with time.

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'Little Finger' Carrot Seeds

Did you know that grocery store baby carrots are actually cut from regular sized carrots? Once you try the sweet flavor and crisp bite of this 3" long, true baby carrot, you will never look back! Though it tastes great fresh from the garden, 'Little Finger' was developed in France for pickling and canning whole.

Carnival Blend Carrot Seeds

Grown and eaten in Asia and Europe 1,000 years ago, these colorful carrots are available once again. Just like the popular orange carrots, red, purple, white, and yellow carrots contain plenty of vitamin A and other healthful nutrients. Carnival Blend carrots can also be harvested when only 3"-4" long for gourmet baby carrots.

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Carrot Thinning

In the case of carrots, thinning = winning. We know it’s hard to thin out your babies but you’ll be grateful you did! Here’s a blog that tells you why it’s beneficial and some best practices.

some very pretty purple carrots with green stems

'Cosmic Purple' Carrot Seeds

While colored carrots seem to be new to home gardens, they have been around for centuries. In fact, the purple carrot has been around for at least 1,000 years. After losing out to the more popular orange carrots long ago, purple carrots have been rediscovered. Kids will love them as a colorful snack. Besides being high in vitamin A, purple carrots contain anthocyanin (an antioxidant).

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Shop Carrot Seeds

This week we’re crazy about carrots. Sweet, crunchy, and colorful - it’s no wonder they’re been a long standing staple in the garden and the kitchen. Shop our carrot seeds.