Carrot - Rainbow Daucus carrota

Common Name:
Carrot ‘Rainbow Mix’

Description:
Carrot ‘Rainbow Mix’ is a vibrant and visually appealing blend of heirloom carrot varieties, producing a colourful range of roots in shades of orange, yellow, purple, red, and white. This mix not only adds striking colour to the garden but also brings a diversity of flavours, from sweet and mild to slightly earthy and rich. The slender, tapered roots develop best in loose, well-drained soil, allowing for straight and uniform growth. Thriving in Melbourne’s cool to mild conditions, this variety performs best in full sun with consistent moisture and benefits from regular sowing for a continuous harvest from autumn through to spring. The fine, feathery green foliage adds softness to the garden bed, while the roots are perfect for fresh eating, roasting, or juicing. Ideal for home gardeners, raised beds, and kitchen gardens, ‘Rainbow Mix’ offers both ornamental appeal and culinary versatility.

Form:
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
Height: 30–40 cm
Width: 5–10 cm

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Does not flower

Flower Colour:
Not applicable

Key Attributes:
Edible Root
Fast Growing
Herbaceous
Annual
Suitable for Pots

Toxicity:
Non-toxic and safe for human consumption.

Companion Plants:
Lettuce
Onion
Leek
Radish
Tomato