Atomic Red Carrot is a heirloom that is said to originate from Asia in the 17th Century. The Atomic Red carrots have a dark red skin, a bright red-orange core and a long sized-root that can grow to roughly 10" long. They have a crisp texture and a sweet flavor. These carrots are particularly high in the red pigment lycopene and their red color goes deeper when cooked. This heirloom carrot variety is stunning and a feast for the eyes and the palate with its bright colors and sweet taste.
Scientific Name: Daucus Carota
Plant Life Cycle: annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 15-30C
Germination time in days: 10-20 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 70 days
Sunlight: Full sun-partial shade
Soil requirement: rich and light
Sowing and cultivation: Sow seed indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost or directly outside in full sun once soil temps are above 15 C. Keep moist. Germination may be slow. Thin to 5-8 cm apart. Harvest when size is about 15-20 cm long
