{"product_id":"carrot-rainbow-mix-seed","title":"Carrot Rainbow Mix Seed (Daucus carota)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .qps-product-page {\n    --qps-navy:#1D1D4D;\n    --qps-green:#7CAC4E;\n    --qps-berry:#DE3467;\n    --qps-leaf:#83B644;\n    --qps-lime:#DCFB50;\n    --qps-cream:#FBFAF4;\n    --qps-text:#425f4b;\n\n    --carrot-orange:#F47A24;\n    --carrot-deep-orange:#E85D18;\n    --carrot-red-orange:#D94A2B;\n    --carrot-red:#B93632;\n    --carrot-purple:#60346F;\n\n    font-family:inherit;\n    color:var(--qps-text);\n    background:var(--qps-cream);\n    border-radius:24px;\n    padding:26px;\n    border:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.12);\n    box-shadow:0 18px 42px rgba(29,29,77,.08);\n    line-height:1.6;\n  }\n\n  .qps-product-page * {\n    box-sizing:border-box;\n  }\n\n  .qps-title {\n    color:var(--qps-navy);\n    font-size:34px;\n    line-height:1.1;\n    margin:0 0 14px;\n    padding-bottom:14px;\n    border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.28);\n  }\n\n  .qps-lead {\n    font-size:16px;\n    margin:0 0 18px;\n  }\n\n  .qps-highlight {\n    background:linear-gradient(135deg,#fff,#F4F7EE);\n    border-left:5px solid var(--qps-berry);\n    border-radius:16px;\n    padding:15px;\n    margin:16px 0;\n  }\n\n  .qps-highlight strong,\n  .qps-card strong,\n  .qps-variety-card strong {\n    color:var(--qps-navy);\n  }\n\n  .qps-card-grid {\n    display:grid;\n    grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));\n    gap:10px;\n    margin:18px 0;\n  }\n\n  .qps-card {\n    background:#fff;\n    border:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.08);\n    border-radius:14px;\n    padding:12px;\n  }\n\n  \/* Rainbow variety section *\/\n  .qps-variety-grid {\n    display:grid;\n    grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));\n    gap:12px;\n    margin:14px 0 4px;\n  }\n\n  .qps-variety-card {\n    background:#fff;\n    border:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.09);\n    border-radius:16px;\n    padding:14px;\n  }\n\n  .qps-variety-title {\n    display:flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    gap:9px;\n    margin-bottom:6px;\n    font-weight:900;\n    color:var(--qps-navy);\n  }\n\n  .qps-colour-dot {\n    width:18px;\n    height:18px;\n    border-radius:50%;\n    flex:0 0 18px;\n    border:2px solid rgba(29,29,77,.12);\n    box-shadow:0 2px 5px rgba(29,29,77,.12);\n  }\n\n  .qps-colour-bar {\n    display:flex;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    height:12px;\n    border-radius:999px;\n    margin:12px 0 16px;\n    border:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.08);\n  }\n\n  .qps-colour-bar span {\n    flex:1;\n  }\n\n  .colour-all-seasons { background:#F47A24; 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Harvests can include classic orange carrots, rich red-orange roots, striking coral-red carrots and dramatic purple-skinned roots with contrasting orange centres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"qps-lead\"\u003eYou may find everything from petite round Paris Market carrots and tender Baby Amsterdam roots through to longer cylindrical and tapered varieties. It makes every harvest a little different — ideal for colourful salads, roasting, fresh eating, lunchboxes and garden-to-table cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🥕 Why Grow Carrot Rainbow Mixed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeven carrot varieties in one sowing means more colour, more shape variation and more fun at harvest time. Expect a beautiful mix spanning \u003cstrong\u003edeep orange, reddish-orange, coral-red and purple\u003c\/strong\u003e, with roots ranging from small and round to slender, cylindrical and long.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-colour-bar\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"colour-all-seasons\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"colour-berlicum\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"colour-baby-amsterdam\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"colour-paris-market\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"colour-cosmic-purple\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"colour-atomic-red\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"colour-scarlet-nates\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Botanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌈 Mix Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeven assorted carrot varieties (100+ Seeds)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🎨 Root Colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrange, deep orange, red-orange, coral-red and purple\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🥕 Root Shapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRound, baby, cylindrical, blunt-ended and tapered\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Sowing Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirect sow\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 14–21 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📏 Sowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 5 mm deep\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📐 Plant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThin to approximately 3–8 cm apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e↔️ Row Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 25–30 cm apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e☀️ Position\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSunny position with loose, well-drained soil\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e🌈\u003c\/span\u003e Varieties, Colours \u0026amp; Differences\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best features of this mix is that the carrots are \u003cstrong\u003enot all the same\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each variety brings its own colour, shape, size and eating qualities to the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qps-colour-dot colour-all-seasons\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e All Seasons\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic deep orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long with a tapered end\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dependable all-round carrot with crisp texture and a naturally sweet, traditional carrot flavour.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qps-colour-dot colour-berlicum\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Berlicum\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich deep orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, smooth and cylindrical with a blunt end\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A substantial carrot with crisp, uniform texture and sweet flavour. Particularly useful when you want a larger classic-style root.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qps-colour-dot colour-baby-amsterdam\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Baby Amsterdam\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep to reddish orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender, smooth and cylindrical\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender, juicy and sweet with a very small core. Excellent harvested young as a baby carrot.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qps-colour-dot colour-paris-market\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Paris Market\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright orange to orange-red\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, round and globe-shaped\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and crisp with a distinctive little round root. Its compact shape makes it a fun contrast to the longer carrots in the mix.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qps-colour-dot colour-cosmic-purple\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Cosmic Purple\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep purple skin with a bright orange interior\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and tapered\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The real showstopper of the mix. Slice it open to reveal the strong contrast between its purple exterior and orange centre.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qps-colour-dot colour-atomic-red\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Atomic Red\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coral-red to rich red-orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and tapered\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A striking coloured carrot with a mild, sweet flavour. Its red colouring can become even richer when cooked.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-variety-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"qps-colour-dot colour-scarlet-nates\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Scarlet Nates\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright red-orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, cylindrical roots\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and crisp, colouring early as the roots develop. This makes it suitable for harvesting young as well as allowing roots to size up.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e What Colours Will I Harvest?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"qps-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVarieties\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Seasons, Berlicum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich traditional orange roots, generally longer and larger than the baby and round types.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep \/ Reddish Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaby Amsterdam, Scarlet Nates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong orange colouring with warmer reddish tones and crisp, sweet roots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright Orange \/ Orange-Red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParis Market\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCute, colourful little globe-shaped carrots rather than the familiar long carrot shape.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAtomic Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinctive reddish roots that bring a strong colour contrast to the orange varieties.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Purple + Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCosmic Purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep purple skin surrounding a contrasting orange interior.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As this is a mixed seed blend, the number of carrots of each colour and variety can naturally vary from sowing to sowing. That variation is part of the fun of growing a mixed carrot selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e🌱\u003c\/span\u003e Sowing \u0026amp; Germination Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"qps-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClimate dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarrots can be grown across a broad sowing window in many Australian climates. Avoid periods of extreme heat or cold and adjust sowing to your local conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect sow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSow directly where the carrots are to grow. This allows the developing taproot to grow without transplant disturbance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 mm deep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSow shallowly into finely prepared soil and gently cover the seed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose and well drained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove large stones and break up compacted soil so the longer varieties can develop straighter roots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep consistently moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe shallow seedbed should not be allowed to completely dry out while seeds are germinating.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 14–21 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermination speed varies with soil temperature, moisture and seasonal growing conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e🥕\u003c\/span\u003e Thinning, Spacing \u0026amp; Harvest\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"qps-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThinning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin young seedlings so the developing roots have room to expand without excessive competition.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAim for approximately 3–8 cm between plants depending on the root size you would like to harvest.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpace rows approximately 25–30 cm apart.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaby Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBegin harvesting selected roots young for tender baby carrots, particularly Baby Amsterdam and Scarlet Nates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Size Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllow remaining roots to develop. Final size and harvest timing will differ between the seven varieties.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuccessive Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the patch regularly rather than expecting every carrot to mature at exactly the same time.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e🍴\u003c\/span\u003e Harvest \u0026amp; Kitchen Uses\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh eating:\u003c\/strong\u003e The combination of sweet, crisp varieties makes the mix excellent for eating fresh from the garden, lunchboxes and veggie platters. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColourful salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice or grate a selection of orange, red and purple roots together for a naturally colourful presentation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast mixed roots together to showcase their contrasting colours, shapes and sizes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaby carrots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest smaller roots young for tender whole-carrot dishes and snacking. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParis Market:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its round roots are especially eye-catching served whole or halved. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmic Purple:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cutting through the purple exterior reveals its contrasting orange centre, making it especially attractive when sliced. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtomic Red:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds rich coral-red and red-orange colouring to mixed carrot dishes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Success Checklist\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"qps-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare loose soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-rooted varieties develop best when they do not have to push through compacted soil or large stones.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow directly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarrots develop a taproot and are best established where they will remain until harvest.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow approximately 5 mm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGives the small seed suitable coverage while allowing seedlings to emerge.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the seedbed moist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarrot seed is shallowly sown and should not dry out during germination.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThin crowded seedlings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGiving roots adequate room helps them develop to their characteristic shape and size.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest progressively\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis blend contains varieties with different root shapes, sizes and development rates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQPS Grower’s Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🥕 Because this is a true mixed-variety carrot crop, don’t wait for every plant to look identical before harvesting. Check roots as they develop and harvest progressively. You might pull a little round Paris Market beside a slender Baby Amsterdam, a classic orange Berlicum and then a spectacular Cosmic Purple — \u003cstrong\u003ethe variation is exactly what makes this mix special!\u003c\/strong\u003e 🌈\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Quality Plants \u0026 Seedlings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43960467587131,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/8526\/9563\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug10_2026_09_01_20AM.png?v=1786404822","url":"https:\/\/www.qpseedlings.com.au\/products\/carrot-rainbow-mix-seed","provider":"Quality Plants \u0026 Seedlings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}