Dragon Carrot Seeds (Organic)

Dragon Carrot is a striking and flavorful heirloom variety that brings vibrant color and exceptional taste to your garden. The smooth, tapered roots feature deep purple skin and a bright orange core, offering a stunning contrast when sliced. These carrots have a sweet, slightly spicy flavor and a crisp texture, making them ideal for fresh snacking, roasting, or adding to colorful salads. Thriving in full sun and loose, well-draining soil, Dragon Carrots mature in just 70-80 days, providing a quick and rewarding harvest. This variety is well-suited for traditional garden beds, raised beds, or containers, and performs best in cooler weather. Dragon Carrots are easy to grow and highly productive, making them a favorite for gardeners of all skill levels. In addition to their visual appeal and robust flavor, these carrots are packed with nutrients, adding a healthy boost to your meals. Whether you’re growing them for their unique appearance, bold taste, or heirloom heritage, Dragon Carrots are a standout choice for any vegetable garden.

Carrot - Dragon - Daucus carota

Biennial Purple outside, orange inside. This is how to get kids to eat their carrots. Dragon has the Danvers carrot broad shoulders and rich, spicy-sweet flavor. It stays colorful when cooked. This beautiful carrot was bred by John Navazio who refined it from a USDA selection.

Did You Know?‚ÄÇMost carrots were originally purple or yellow and the orange color was a mutation.

Soil Temperature: 45-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2"
Germination: 4-20 Days
Height At Maturity: 7"-8"
Days to Maturity: 85-90 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun/Part Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 2"-3"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 500 | Per 1 oz bulk: 26,745

Check out our Carrot Growing Guide for more information.