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Carrot 'Purple Sun' F1

The most handsome of all carrots, with the colours of a blood orange.
£3.95
110373
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Tried & tested by Sarah
Super productive variety
Easy to grow

The most handsome of all carrots, with the colours of a blood orange. They look and taste great and because they contain the super-healthy plant pigments — beta-carotene, anthocyanin and lutein, they’re also good for you

Please note, illustrated packets are being introduced gradually over the coming months, availability may vary.

Product details

Type
Edible Crop
Position
Kitchen Garden
Soil
Broad Tolerance
Height
30cm (12in)
Common name
Carrot
Moisture
Moist but Well-drained
Aspect
Full Sun
Spread
15cm (6in)
Cultivation
Sow direct at 4 week intervals from April-July or under a cloche from March. Sow seed thinly, in a 15cm (6in) strip, not a single line. Thin to 5-7.5cm (2-3in).

Care Tips

Water well to encourage germination. Once germinated, carrots should be watered only when necessary to keep the soil moist as excessive water may encourage leaf growth instead of roots. Grow under Enviromesh to protect against carrot root fly.

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