Cosmic Purple is a carrot with intense purple skin and a contrasting sweet orange core. Slice one crosswise and the two-tone effect is genuinely stunning. The flavour is sweet with a slightly earthy note that is different from standard orange carrots.
Roots are medium length, about 18 to 20cm, and grow well in most Irish soils. The purple colour comes from anthocyanins, the same antioxidants found in blueberries. Children find the purple colour fascinating, which is a useful trick for getting them to eat vegetables.
ðą Sowing depth: approx. 1 cmâ
ð Sow: spring to early summer (once soil has warmed; often MarchâJune in mild areas)â
âïļ Light: full sun to light partial shadeâ
ðĄïļ Germination: 10â20 days in favourable conditionsâ
ð Height: low, upright, feathery foliage typical of carrotsâ
ðŠī Spacing: 5â8 cm in the row; 20â30 cm between rowsâ
âģ Harvest: around 70 days from sowing, depending on season and soilâ
