Carrot - Dragon

Minimum Seed Count: 50

Dragon Carrot is a striking heirloom variety known for its deep purple-red skin wrapped around a sweet, golden-yellow/orange core. Bold in color and rich in antioxidants, this carrot brings both beauty and flavor to the garden. The roots grow 6–8 inches long with a crisp texture and a spicy-sweet flavor that mellows when cooked. Whether roasted, juiced, or sliced fresh, Dragon Carrot adds fiery color and gourmet flair to any dish.

🌱 Planting Guide for Dragon Carrot

📦 Seed Starting

• Direct sow only — carrots dislike transplanting.

• Plant when soil temps reach 50–75°F.

• Sow seeds ¼ inch deep, lightly covered.

• Spacing: 1–2 inches apart once thinned; rows 12 inches apart.

🪴 Soil Requirements

• Loose, sandy, well-drained soil.

• Remove rocks and clumps to prevent forked or stubby carrots.

• pH 6.0–7.0 is ideal.

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist during germination (10–20 days).

• Water evenly to avoid cracking.

• Mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

☀️ Sunlight

• Full sun for best root color and size (6–8 hrs daily).

🌿 Care

• Thin seedlings to prevent crowding — this is essential for long, straight carrots.

• Keep weed competition low; carrots grow slowly at first.

⏳ Days to Maturity

• 70–80 days.

🥕 Harvest

• Harvest when roots reach 6–8 inches.

• For the richest purple color, harvest during cooler parts of the season.

• Twist tops off immediately after pulling to preserve sweetness.