{"product_id":"rainbow-carrot-mix-seeds","title":"Rainbow Carrot Mix, Heirloom Seeds — 6 Colors: Atomic Red, Tendersweet, St. Valery, Cosmic Purple, Lunar White \u0026 Solar Yellow (Daucus carota)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRainbow Carrot Mix Seeds — Heirloom | 6-Color Blend: Atomic Red, Tendersweet, St. Valery, Cosmic Purple, Lunar White \u0026amp; Solar Yellow | 65–75 Days\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne packet. Six colors. All mixed together.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbow Carrot Mix (\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e subsp. \u003cem\u003esativus\u003c\/em\u003e) 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e subsp. \u003cem\u003esativus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties included (blended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Atomic Red, Tendersweet, St. Valery, Cosmic Purple, Lunar White, Solar Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–75 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14–21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~7 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, orange, purple, white, yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicing, farmers market bunches, colorful cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.0; sandy, moist, loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55–75°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacket size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1g \/ ~700+ seeds (all varieties blended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ½ inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 inches; rows 18–24 inches; 16 plants per sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO, annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for weevils and carrot rust fly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Six Varieties\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAtomic Red\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep red, high lycopene, earthy-sweet flavor; color intensifies with cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTendersweet\u003c\/strong\u003e — classic bright orange, coreless, exceptionally sweet and tender; the flavor anchor of the blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSt. Valery\u003c\/strong\u003e — large, broad-shouldered orange heirloom with rich, full carrot flavor; one of the oldest named carrot varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmic Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep purple skin with bright orange interior; coreless, sweet, 58 days — the fastest in the blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLunar White\u003c\/strong\u003e — creamy moon-white, nearly coreless, mild and delicate flavor; the most visually surprising variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e — golden yellow, sweet and mild, high in xanthophylls; the mildest and most approachable flavor in the blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Farmers Market Bunch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRainbow 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eJuicing the Rainbow\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarmers market bunches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest at uniform size, wash, trim tops to 2 inches, and bundle mixed for maximum visual impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted rainbow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve lengthwise and roast at 400°F with olive oil and honey — the color contrast on the platter is dramatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow slaw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Julienne and toss with a light vinaigrette; the color contrast is stunning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJuicing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juice all colors together for a complex, nutritious blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrudités platter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrange by color for a six-color vegetable platter that needs no other decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dice and add all colors to soups and stews for a visually striking and nutritionally diverse base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this one packet or six separate packets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill all six colors germinate evenly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGermination 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the color stay when cooked?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this good for kids’ gardens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePacked and shipped by Box Garden Seeds LLC — heirloom seeds grown without GMOs, selected for flavor, resilience, and your garden’s success.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","offers":[{"title":"0.7g ~ 500+ Seeds","offer_id":41712235872390,"sku":"OD-90-1221-2024","price":3.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2669\/3330\/files\/il_fullxfull.7610579428_550l.jpg?v=1770130264","url":"https:\/\/bgseedsllc.com\/products\/rainbow-carrot-mix-seeds","provider":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}