Purple Haze is a carrot cultivar bred in the United States, notable for its striking bicolor roots and its recognition as an award-winning selection for taste and appearance.
Variety details
Distinguishing Traits
Purple Haze carrots are deep purple on the outside with a bright orange interior, creating a striking contrast when sliced. The roots are slender with a graceful taper, though reported lengths vary somewhat between about 7 and 12 inches. The purple skin owes its color to anthocyanins, pigments recognized for their health benefits.
Uses
Purple Haze suits raw preparations such as salads and relish trays, where its bicolor flesh makes a decorative display, and it also holds its flavor well when cooked. Its purple color is more fragile than its taste, however: a light stir-fry preserves the deep purple hue, while longer cooking causes the color to fade.
Performance
In 2006, Purple Haze earned All-America Selections honors, recognized for its flavor and appearance. It is prone to bolting, so growers are advised to sow it between May and July and to aim for a fall harvest to keep it from bolting.
Historical Origin
Purple Haze is a variety developed in the United States.
Sources
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