Black Carrot Seeds
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Black carrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) are a rare and nutritious variety of carrot with deep purple to black skin and flesh. Popular in India for making kanji (a fermented drink), juices, pickles, and salads, they’re easy to grow in winter and add rich color, antioxidants (like anthocyanins), and flavor to your garden and plate.
✅ Key Features of Black Carrot
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌿 Botanical Name | Daucus carota subsp. sativus |
| 🌈 Color | Deep purple/black skin and interior |
| 🍲 Common Use | Kanji drink, salads, pickles, juice |
| ⏱️ Harvest Time | 90–100 days from sowing |
| 🪴 Best Grown In | Raised beds, grow bags (12” deep), open ground |
| 🌞 Sunlight | 5–6 hours of full sun daily |
🌱 How to Grow Black Carrot from Seeds
🔹 1. When to Sow (India)
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Ideal Season: October to January (winter crop only)
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Grows best in cool weather (ideal for North India winters)
🔹 2. Sowing Instructions
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Seed Soaking | Optional: soak in water 6–8 hrs to speed up germination |
| Sowing Depth | 0.5 cm deep |
| Spacing | 3 inches between plants; rows 8–10 inches apart |
| Soil | Loose, well-drained soil enriched with compost; remove stones |
| Container | Minimum 10–12 inch deep grow bag/pot for full root growth |
| Germination Time | 7–12 days |
🌿 Plant Care Tips
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💧 Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy
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🌱 Fertilizer: Use organic compost or vermicompost every 20 days
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✂️ Thinning: Thin seedlings after 2 weeks to allow roots to grow properly
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🐛 Pests: Carrot rust flies, aphids – treat with neem spray if needed
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☀️ Sunlight: Needs 5–6 hours of light daily
🥕 Harvesting Black Carrots
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Ready to harvest 90–100 days after sowing
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Loosen the soil before pulling out the roots gently
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Harvest when roots are 6–8 inches long and deep purple-black in color
Black Carrot Seeds
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