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Organic purple carrot 'Dragon'

Name: Organic purple carrot 'Dragon'
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Dragon Purple Carrot

Latin name Daucus carota subsp. sativus 'Dragon'

Quantity per packet Around 250 seeds

Organic Dragon Purple Carrot produces colorful, flavorful roots that diversify the harvest while adding outstanding visual appeal to fresh and cooked dishes.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameDragon Purple Carrot

Latin nameDaucus carota subsp. sativus 'Dragon'

FamilyApiaceae

TypeVegetable

CycleBiennial

Quantity per packAround 250 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0022

Product
description

Organic Dragon Purple Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus ‘Dragon’) is a striking and original variety prized for its long, tapered, intensely colored roots. Its vibrant purple skin contrasts beautifully with a bright orange core, creating a harvest that is both decorative and delicious. The crisp, mild, slightly sweet flesh has a subtle spicy note that brings wonderful diversity to the plate. In the vegetable garden, its fine dark green foliage adds light texture to the rows throughout the season. This organic Danvers-type carrot combines ornamental appeal, culinary quality, and generous 17 to 18 cm (7 in) roots.

Easy to grow, Organic Dragon Purple Carrot prefers full sun to light partial shade and loose, deep, well-drained soil. Light, cool, stone-free soil encourages straight, tender, richly colored roots. Direct sow from April through July, covering the seeds lightly and keeping the soil consistently moist until germination. Regular watering helps prevent cracking and supports uniform growth. Thinning seedlings, careful weeding, and a light mulch help produce high-quality roots well suited to organic gardens in Canada.

Perfect for vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, and kitchen gardens, Organic Dragon Purple Carrot is as eye-catching as it is useful in the kitchen. It is excellent fresh, grated into salads, served as crudités, roasted, steamed, or juiced for colorful drinks. It pairs beautifully with yellow, orange, and white carrots for multicolored harvests. Rosemary and Sage are good garden companions. If a few plants are kept into their second year, their white umbels attract hoverflies, pollinators, and beneficial insects, strengthening garden biodiversity.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodApril to July

Best time

April to July

Sowing depth0.5 to 1 cm (0.2 to 0.4 in)

Germination temperature10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F)

Germination time10 to 20 days

Propagation

Propagated exclusively by seed. Plants left until their second year produce umbels that yield viable seed for future sowings.

Growing
method

Direct sow from April through July in loose, deep, well-drained soil. Cover the seeds with 0.5 to 1 cm (0.2 to 0.4 in) of fine soil and keep the seedbed consistently moist until germination. Plant in full sun to light partial shade to encourage long, richly colored roots. Thin seedlings once they reach a few centimetres in height to reduce competition. Weed carefully to avoid disturbing young roots. Harvest when roots reach full size for the best flavor and color.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun to partial shade

Soil

Loose, well-drained soil with good depth. Light soil promotes the development of long, straight, richly colored roots.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Carrots prefer consistently moist soil to produce crisp, uniform roots. Large fluctuations in soil moisture may cause cracking or irregular growth.

Fertilization

Incorporate well-rotted compost before sowing to improve soil structure and encourage strong root development. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes foliage growth rather than root production.

Care levelEasy

Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the growing season to encourage tender, uniform roots. Thin seedlings promptly to reduce competition and weed carefully to avoid damaging developing roots. Apply a light mulch during warm weather to conserve soil moisture. Harvest progressively as needed or allow roots to reach full maturity for the richest flavor.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

30 cm (12 in)

Organic Dragon Purple Carrot grows easily in garden beds, raised beds, or deep containers filled with loose, well-drained soil. Its striking purple roots with brilliant orange centers make it one of the most eye-catching carrots in the vegetable garden. Vigorous growth and excellent adaptation to Canadian growing conditions provide abundant harvests. Regular watering encourages tender, uniform roots.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Its spectacular purple skin paired with a vivid orange core creates uniquely beautiful harvests. This variety combines striking appearance, sweet flavor, and exceptional culinary quality.

Organic Dragon Purple Carrot produces colorful, flavorful roots that diversify the harvest while adding outstanding visual appeal to fresh and cooked dishes.

Garden use

Organic Dragon Purple Carrot is ideal for vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, and raised beds where its unique coloration creates spectacular contrast. It pairs beautifully with yellow, orange, and white carrots to produce vibrant multicolored harvests. Its ornamental appeal, dependable productivity, and excellent flavor make it a favorite among organic gardeners.

Bloom period

Flowering occurs during the second year when roots are left for seed production. The white umbels attract a wide diversity of pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower colorWhite

Foliage colorDark green

Harvest

85 days after sowing

Fruiting

Not applicable

Wildlife appealBeneficial insects

Size
and facts

Height20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)

Spread5 cm (2 in)

Growth rateModerate

Minimum temperature-10°C (14°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Planting
partners

Good companions

Rosemary, sage

Avoid planting with

Dill, parsnip

Recipe
and inspiration

Dragon Purple Carrot is delicious fresh, grated into salads, or served as crudités where its spectacular coloring is fully showcased. It is equally excellent roasted, steamed, or juiced for colorful beverages. Its sweet, slightly spicy flavor brings originality to traditional recipes and pairs beautifully with other colorful root vegetables.

Frequently asked questions

Why choose Organic Dragon Purple Carrot? +

Its striking purple skin and brilliant orange core create spectacular harvests while delivering excellent flavor and crisp texture.

Does the purple color remain after cooking? +

Some of the purple color remains after cooking, although it may soften slightly. Dragon Carrots still provide outstanding visual appeal in roasted and cooked dishes.

Can Dragon Purple Carrots be eaten raw? +

Yes. Their crisp texture, sweet flavor, and vibrant color make them exceptional for fresh salads, snacks, and vegetable platters.

Can this variety be grown in containers? +

Yes. Dragon Purple Carrot performs very well in deep containers filled with loose, fertile soil, producing beautiful roots even in small growing spaces.

Can I save the seeds? +

Yes. This open-pollinated variety produces viable seed when plants are left to flower during their second growing season.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.