Rainbow Carrot Mix Seeds — Heirloom | 6-Color Blend: Atomic Red, Tendersweet, St. Valery, Cosmic Purple, Lunar White & Solar Yellow | 65–75 Days

One packet. Six colors. All mixed together. Rainbow Carrot Mix (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) is a single packet of seeds blended from six heirloom carrot varieties — Atomic Red, Tendersweet, St. Valery, Cosmic Purple, Lunar White, and Solar Yellow. Sow them together and pull up a surprise mix of colors at harvest. Thick 7-inch roots, sweet and tender, exceptional for juicing all together. A kaleidoscope of carrots perfect for farmers markets, colorful bunches, and garden fun. 1g / ~700+ seeds per packet. 65–75 days to maturity.

Note: This is one mixed seed packet — not six separate packets. All six variety seeds are blended together. You will not be able to separate them by variety before planting.

• Botanical name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
• Varieties included (blended): Atomic Red, Tendersweet, St. Valery, Cosmic Purple, Lunar White, Solar Yellow
• Days to maturity: 65–75 days
• Days to germination: 14–21 days
• Root size: ~7 inches long
• Colors: Red, orange, purple, white, yellow
• Flavor: Sweet and tender
• Best use: Juicing, farmers market bunches, colorful cooking
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0; sandy, moist, loose
• Temperature: 55–75°F
• Packet size: 1g / ~700+ seeds (all varieties blended)
• Sowing depth: ½ inch
• Spacing: 1–2 inches; rows 18–24 inches; 16 plants per sq ft
• Light: Full sun
• USDA Zones: 3–11
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO, annual
• Pests: Watch for weevils and carrot rust fly

The Six Varieties

Each variety in the Rainbow Carrot Mix was selected for a distinct color and complementary flavor profile that works together in the garden and the kitchen:

• Atomic Red — deep red, high lycopene, earthy-sweet flavor; color intensifies with cooking
• Tendersweet — classic bright orange, coreless, exceptionally sweet and tender; the flavor anchor of the blend
• St. Valery — large, broad-shouldered orange heirloom with rich, full carrot flavor; one of the oldest named carrot varieties
• Cosmic Purple — deep purple skin with bright orange interior; coreless, sweet, 58 days — the fastest in the blend
• Lunar White — creamy moon-white, nearly coreless, mild and delicate flavor; the most visually surprising variety
• Solar Yellow — golden yellow, sweet and mild, high in xanthophylls; the mildest and most approachable flavor in the blend

The Farmers Market Bunch

Rainbow Carrot Mix was designed for the farmers market stand. A bunch of six-color carrots tied with twine is nearly impossible to walk past — the color contrast between deep purple, bright red, golden yellow, creamy white, and classic orange creates a visual display that sells itself. Harvest at similar sizes for the most uniform bunches. Succession sow every 2–3 weeks to maintain a continuous supply of market-ready bunches through the season.

Juicing the Rainbow

The six varieties in this blend work great for juicing together. Each color contributes a distinct nutritional profile: Atomic Red’s lycopene, Tendersweet and St. Valery’s beta-carotene, Cosmic Purple’s anthocyanins, Lunar White’s mild sweetness, and Solar Yellow’s xanthophylls. Juiced together they produce a rich, complex, deeply nutritious carrot juice. Add ginger, apple, and lemon for a complete rainbow juice blend.

In the Kitchen

• Farmers market bunches: Harvest at uniform size, wash, trim tops to 2 inches, and bundle mixed for maximum visual impact
• Roasted rainbow: Halve lengthwise and roast at 400°F with olive oil and honey — the color contrast on the platter is dramatic
• Rainbow slaw: Julienne and toss with a light vinaigrette; the color contrast is stunning
• Juicing: Juice all colors together for a complex, nutritious blend
• Crudités platter: Arrange by color for a six-color vegetable platter that needs no other decoration
• Soups: Dice and add all colors to soups and stews for a visually striking and nutritionally diverse base

Growing Notes

Direct sow ½ inch deep in sandy, moist, loose soil (pH 6.0–7.0) in full sun. Keep soil temperature between 55–75°F for best germination. Sow 1–2 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart; thin to 2 inches as true leaves establish. Keep soil consistently moist throughout growth. Avoid nitrogen-rich fertilizers. Succession sow every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest. Harvest at 65–75 days by pulling roots up from the soil by their tops. Watch for weevils and carrot rust fly — use floating row covers as a preventive measure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this one packet or six separate packets?

This is one mixed seed packet — not six separate packets. All six variety seeds are blended together in a single 1g packet. You will not be able to separate them by variety before planting. Sow them together and enjoy the colorful surprise at harvest.

Will all six colors germinate evenly?

Germination rates are similar across all six varieties. You may see slight variation in days to maturity — Cosmic Purple matures fastest at 58 days, while others range from 65–75 days. Harvesting at your preferred size rather than waiting for maximum size produces the most uniform bunches.

Does the color stay when cooked?

It depends on the variety. Atomic Red’s color intensifies with cooking. Tendersweet and St. Valery hold their orange well. Cosmic Purple’s color fades with heat — use raw for maximum purple. Lunar White and Solar Yellow hold well through cooking.

Is this good for kids’ gardens?

Yes — the surprise of pulling up carrots in six different colors is one of the most engaging garden experiences for children. The sweet, tender flavor across all varieties is approachable, and the visual variety makes eating vegetables genuinely exciting.

Packed and shipped by Box Garden Seeds LLC — heirloom seeds grown without GMOs, selected for flavor, resilience, and your garden’s success.