Carrot ‘Black Nebula’ Seed
One of the darkest and most antioxidant rich carrots, long and slender, flesh is crisp and deep dark-purple to the core, may be eaten raw, cooked, roasted, steamed and juiced. Raw they are crunchy with a mild, sweet-spicy flavour, cooked they are tender and even sweeter. Seeds will germinate in 7 to 16 days. Full sun, average water, deeply worked, loose soil, limit the amount of nitrogen in the soil to reduce the amount of hair on the carrot roots
300 seeds
13 in stock
ZK30.00
13 in stock
Carrot 'Black Nebula'
Black Nebula is a stunning specialty carrot variety that produces deep purple to nearly black roots packed with natural antioxidants. Beneath its dramatic exterior lies a crisp, sweet, and flavourful carrot that adds striking colour to salads, juices, and cooked dishes. The roots grow long and slender with vibrant purple flesh throughout, making this variety a favourite among gardeners, chefs, and market growers looking for something truly unique.
Days to Harvest: 70–80 days
Growing Instructions:
Sow seeds directly into the garden.
Plant seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in finely prepared, loose soil.
Space seeds 2–3 cm apart in rows 30–40 cm apart.
Thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart once established.
Choose a sunny location with well-drained, stone-free soil.
Keep soil consistently moist during germination and root development.
Avoid fresh manure, which can cause roots to fork.
Harvest when roots reach their mature size and rich dark colour.
Succession sow every few weeks for a continuous harvest.
An eye-catching heirloom-style carrot that combines exceptional colour, sweet flavour, and excellent garden performance. Perfect for fresh eating, colourful salads, juicing, and gourmet dishes.
