{"title":"Carrot Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"FMJKL6X\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/i\u003e) Carrots are originally from central Asia, and they come in so many colors besides orange—purple and red types are the original ones! \u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"carrot-koral","title":"Carrot Seeds, Koral","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Across Europe, this carrot is a quiet favorite—but here, it’s still a hidden gem. Long, cylindrical roots deliver smooth texture and sweet flavor that shines in juice. Resistant to splitting and reliable in the field, Koral offers both beauty and performance. It’s the kind of carrot you grow once—and never forget.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511017210142,"sku":"CR125","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_koral.jpg?v=1782393748"},{"product_id":"carrot-oxheart","title":"Carrot Seeds, Oxheart","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). 90 days. Short, stout, and powerful—this carrot was built for real-world growing. Its heart-shaped roots thrive in soils where others struggle, producing large, sweet, crisp harvests. Known in France as Guerande, it’s a storied variety with serious staying power. A true working carrot with a romantic past. Introduced to America by J.J.H. Gregory company in 1884. It is still the standard for heavy soils today\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511028777246,"sku":"CR126","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_oxheart.jpg?v=1782393990"},{"product_id":"carrot-dara-flowering","title":"Carrot Seeds, Dara Flowering","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Biennial. Not just a carrot—but a living bouquet. These tall, lacy blooms shift in color like a slow-motion sunset, moving from white to pink to deep rose. Airy, elegant, and ever-changing, they bring a wild meadow feeling into the garden. A carrot that blooms with soul.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511104471326,"sku":"FL134","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_dara_flowering_1.jpg?v=1782395527"},{"product_id":"carrot-pusa-asita-black","title":"Carrot Seeds, Pusa Asita Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Black as midnight, darker than a moonless sky—this carrot doesn’t just grow, it stuns. Pusa Asita reaches back to the original roots of carrot history, when black and purple types ruled the fields of India and Central Asia over a thousand years ago. This modern refinement from India’s famed Pusa Institute carries that legacy forward, its name “Asita” meaning dark or black in Sanskrit. The roots are loaded with anthocyanins, giving them their near-ink color—so intense they bleed like a beet when sliced. In northern India, these carrots have long been prized for traditional winter foods like fermented kanji and pickles, celebrated for both flavor and vitality. Built for heat, this variety prefers to grow through the long summer and does not perform well when planted in cool spring or winter conditions. As temperatures drop, the roots deepen in both color and sweetness, delivering a rich, earthy flavor that feels ancient and alive. This is no ordinary carrot—it’s a bold, primal, back-to-the-land root that brings color, culture, and serious character to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511104602398,"sku":"CR130","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/pusa_asita_black.jpg?v=1782395574"},{"product_id":"carrot-st-valery","title":"Carrot Seeds, St. Valery","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). From the storied seed houses of France comes a carrot with deep, almost mysterious flavor. First noted by the Vilmorins in the 1800s, St. Valery carries a richness rarely found in modern types—earthy, sweet, with subtle notes of spice that make it a juicing legend. Long, glowing roots deliver bold flavor that lingers on the palate. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511131046174,"sku":"CR101","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_st._valery.jpg?v=1782396253"},{"product_id":"carrot-jaune-obtuse-du-doubs","title":"Carrot Seeds, Jaune Obtuse du Doubs","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Step into a golden current of carrot history with this radiant French heirloom, introduced in 1946 by the famed Vilmorin seed house and named for the Doubs River region of eastern France, where generations of growers selected hardy, flavorful roots for real-world conditions. This blunt-tipped, broad-shouldered Chantenay type thrives in heavy or shallow soils while delivering a crisp bite and a uniquely bright, citrus-sweet flavor often compared to fresh orange juice. Its lineage reaches back to ancient yellow carrots of Central Asia, refined here for improved sweetness, smooth texture, and uniform golden color. Though varieties like this drifted out of favor during the rise of industrial agriculture, it remains a treasured heirloom among gardeners and cooks who value flavor, resilience, and a deeper story in their food. Excellent for juicing, fresh eating, and dependable winter storage, this carrot is a mellow fusion of ancient roots, French craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511143563550,"sku":"CR120","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_jaune_obtuse_du_doubs.jpg?v=1782396792"},{"product_id":"carrot-kuttiger","title":"Carrot Seeds, Küttiger","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Soft in color and gentle in flavor, this creamy white carrot carries centuries of quiet history. Preserved by Swiss farmers over generations, it offers a mild, refined taste and excellent storage. Easy to grow and deeply rooted in tradition, it’s a reminder that not all carrots shout—some simply endure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511148445982,"sku":"CR134","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/CR134-Carrot_Seeds_-_K_C3_BCttiger_1_nuwhvc.jpg?v=1783353685"},{"product_id":"carrot-gniff","title":"Carrot Seeds, Gniff","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Believe it or not—this alpine rarity was nearly lost to time. In the 1950s, deep in the Swiss village of Brè, local women were still growing and selling this striking purple carrot at market, preserving a tradition few outsiders knew remained. “Gniff,” meaning “purple” in the local dialect, reveals its beauty the moment it’s pulled—deep amethyst skin fading into violet flesh within. Its flavor is sweet, balanced, and perfect for crafting lavender-colored juices, desserts, and traditional pickles. Varieties like this were once described by Vilmorin as early as 1856, hinting at a much older lineage. Today, it stands as a living heirloom—part mountain legend, part culinary treasure—bringing a groovy splash of history and color back to the modern garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511149232414,"sku":"CR133","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_gniff_1.jpg?v=1782396939"},{"product_id":"carrot-manpukuji","title":"Carrot Seeds, Manpukuji","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Believe it or not—this carrot was shaped by monks, not markets. In Kyoto Prefecture, at the historic Manpuku-ji temple, vegetarian Buddhist monks required large, nourishing vegetables to sustain their communal way of life, and from this need came careful selection for both immense size and exceptional flavor. Descended from ancient Edo-period long-root carrots, Manpukuji plunges 2 to 6 feet into deep, loose soil, drawing up minerals and developing a clean, rich sweetness that intensifies as the weather cools. For premium quality, it must be sown in late summer and grown through autumn into winter, just as it has been for generations in Kyoto’s temple gardens. This region is famed for its Kyoyasai—traditional vegetables revered for flavor, beauty, and their connection to health and longevity—and Manpukuji stands among the most remarkable of them. Hundreds of years ago, devoted brothers quietly nourished themselves on these steadfast, righteous roots, and today growers of all backgrounds continue to rediscover their value, both culinary and cultural. Whether prepared traditionally in namasu for the New Year or enjoyed fresh from the garden, this carrot offers more than sustenance—it offers a living link to history, a bold visual spectacle, and a deeply satisfying harvest unlike anything else in the carrot world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511153852702,"sku":"CR138","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_manpukuji_1.jpg?v=1782397467"},{"product_id":"carrot-chantenay-red-core","title":"Carrot Seeds, Chantenay Red Core","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). From the old market gardens of France comes a carrot bred for beauty, flavor, and real-world growing—short, strong, and full of character. The Chantenay type traces back to the fertile Chantenay region near Nantes, where growers needed a carrot that could thrive in heavier soils and still deliver refined flavor to bustling city markets. This “Red Core” strain, introduced in 1929, represents the peak of that tradition—dense, broad-shouldered roots with a rich red-orange color and a sweetness that carries a subtle floral note, especially when juiced. Unlike the long, slender types, this carrot was built for reliability—easy to pull, resistant to poor soils, and consistent in size and quality. It quickly became a staple in both European and American gardens, valued not just for yield, but for flavor that feels both grounded and elegant. Smooth, rich, and quietly luxurious, this is a carrot that carries the soul of the old French markets into every harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511157326110,"sku":"CR111","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_chantenay_red_core.jpg?v=1782397342"},{"product_id":"carrot-purple-dragon","title":"Carrot Seeds, Purple Dragon","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Purple on the outside, glowing orange within—this carrot is pure visual poetry. Developed by the late, Dr. John Navazio, it balances sweetness with a gentle spice, creating a flavor that keeps you coming back. Adaptable, beautiful, and just a little wild—it’s a carrot with personality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511158276382,"sku":"CR129","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_purple_dragon.jpg?v=1782397255"},{"product_id":"carrot-danvers-126-half-long","title":"Carrot Seeds, Danvers 126 Half Long","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). An old American standby that simply gets the job done. With roots tracing back to the 1870s and refined in the 1940s, Danvers 126 is the kind of carrot farmers relied on—and still do. Thick, sturdy roots handle a wide range of soils and conditions, producing dependable harvests year after year. It’s not flashy—but it’s honest, reliable, and rooted in tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511158997278,"sku":"CR102","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_danvers_126_half_long.jpg?v=1782397596"},{"product_id":"carrot-little-finger","title":"Carrot Seeds, Little Finger","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Small in size but big on flavor, these French baby carrots were originally bred for pickling—but quickly became a snacking favorite. Sweet, tender, and packed with color, they’re perfect straight from the garden. A little carrot with a lot of charm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511161815326,"sku":"CR103","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_little_fingers.jpg?v=1782397525"},{"product_id":"carrot-parisienne","title":"Carrot Seeds, Parisienne","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Step back into old Paris, where folks grew their supper in humble window boxes and tucked-away courtyard gardens, making the most of every inch of soil, and out of that simple, resourceful way of life came this far-out little globe carrot—Parisienne—bred in the mid-1800s to succeed where long carrots could not, forming sweet, tender, round roots that slipped easily into shallow, heavy, or rocky ground while other varieties twisted and struggled, and before long these charming little carrots found their way into the kitchens of French chefs, who prized their naturally sweet flavor and perfect whole shape for elegant stews, gentle roasting, and refined dishes that celebrated both beauty and simplicity, then by 1861 they had crossed the ocean to America, where they became a beloved home garden staple before falling out of favor in the age of industrial agriculture, which preferred long, uniform carrots for mechanical harvest, yet like so many good, honest foods of the past, this one endured, and today Parisienne lives on as a treasured heirloom—recognized on the Slow Food Ark of Taste and cherished by gardeners who appreciate resilience, flavor, and a touch of history—easy to grow, quick to mature, and right at home in containers or small plots, it offers a sweet, tender bite that feels like a quiet meal in a candlelit Paris café, simple, soulful, and just a little bit magical.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511162077470,"sku":"CR115","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_parisienne.jpg?v=1782397879"},{"product_id":"carrot-kyoto-red","title":"Carrot Seeds, Kyoto Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Straight out of Kyoto’s winter gardens comes a carrot so sweet it feels almost unreal. Traditionally served during Japanese New Year celebrations, these long, crimson roots develop their finest flavor in the cold—growing richer, deeper, and more complex as temperatures drop. The taste? Its silky texture and exceptional sweetness are touched with a subtle hint of watermelon. Roasted, grilled, juiced, or eaten fresh, this is a carrot with truly standout flavor. In winter growing, nothing we’ve tried comes close. A true seasonal masterpiece—and quite possibly the best-tasting carrot on the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511184228638,"sku":"CR132","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_kyoto_red_1_1.jpg?v=1782398085"},{"product_id":"carrot-new-kuroda","title":"Carrot Seeds, New Kuroda","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Believe it or not—this may be the finest carrot on earth. Bred in Japan to conquer tropical heat, New Kuroda doesn’t just survive tough conditions—it thrives in them, pushing through hard soil and blazing summers with ease. The blunt, glowing orange roots are unbelievably smooth, fine-grained, and dripping with sugary sweetness that borders on dessert quality. This is the carrot that rises above all others—the one we come back to year after year. Our best seller, our favorite, our undisputed king. If you grow just one carrot, make it this one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511653040414,"sku":"CR141","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_new_kuroda_1.jpg?v=1782403020"},{"product_id":"carrot-uzbek-golden","title":"Carrot Seeds, Uzbek Golden","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). From the ancient Silk Road kitchens of Central Asia comes a golden carrot with a story to tell. Known as Mshak in Uzbekistan, it’s prized for its crisp texture and steady sweetness across climates. Whether grown in heat or cool seasons, it performs beautifully. In traditional plov, it brings subtle sweetness and color—but in any kitchen, it adds a warm, golden touch that feels both ancient and alive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511653564702,"sku":"CR142","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_uzbek_golden.jpg?v=1782402795"},{"product_id":"carrot-lila-lu-sang","title":"Carrot Seeds, Lila Lu Sang","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e). Slice one open and you’ll see it—two worlds colliding in color. Deep purple meets glowing orange in a root that looks almost too wild to be real. This modern European creation blends the best of both carrot types, delivering sweet, balanced flavor with visual flair. It’s a carrot for those who want something different—something far-out and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511815438622,"sku":"CR144","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/carrot_lila_lu_sang.jpg?v=1782406070"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/collections\/Carrot_Uzbek_Golden_LSS_DSC_0653_1.jpg?v=1783528096","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.sbs\/collections\/carrots-seeds.oembed","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}