Description
250 Seeds per pack
(Daucus carota) 75-80 days. The Black Nebula Heirloom / Open-Pollinated Carrot is a unique, dark purple (almost black-colored) carrot. The hue reaches throughout the root. Roots are 9-10 inches long and tapered. Black Nebula taste best when eaten young or roasted, and remain purple even when cooked (an unusual trait with the more rare colored veggies). Another neat use for these beautiful carrots is to try the roots for egg or fabric dye. When these carrots become too large to eat, let the plants bolt and use the beautiful purple flowers for cutting! Even the stems are purple and attractive.
Planting Instructions for Black Nebula Carrot Seeds
Black Nebula Carrots grow best in well prepared, deeply worked, loose soil. Direct seed Carrots in full sun or part shade (in hot climates), from early spring-summer , ¼ – ½” deep, approx. 4 seeds per inch, in rows 12-16″ apart. Germination occurs in 6-21 days at temperatures of 50-75° F. Thin the plants to 1-3″ apart. To prevent green shoulders you can hill 1-2″ of soil around plants when 7-10 leaves have formed. A good mulch of organic material (such as grass clippings) is very beneficial once carrots are established. Harvest when Black Nebula carrots have brightened in color, when color has deepened.
FAQ:
How long does it take for Black Nebula carrots to mature?
Black Nebula carrots typically take about 75-80 days to reach maturity.
What makes Black Nebula carrots unique compared to other carrot varieties?
These carrots are a dark purple (almost black) color, with the hue extending throughout the entire root. They also retain their purple color even after cooking, which is rare among colored vegetables.
How should Black Nebula carrots be enjoyed for the best flavor?
They taste best when eaten young or roasted, offering a rich and distinctive flavor.
Can Black Nebula carrots be used for purposes other than eating?
Yes, the roots can be used as a natural dye for eggs or fabrics, and if left to bolt, the plants produce beautiful purple flowers ideal for cutting.
What size do Black Nebula carrot roots typically reach?
The roots grow to about 9-10 inches long and have a tapered shape, making them a substantial and striking addition to the garden and kitchen.
Ashley (verified owner) –
I planted them but they haven’t started growing yet so I can’t say too much
Amber (verified owner) –
Rapid sprouting and fun color! Excellent packaging for freshness!