{"product_id":"black-carrot-kali-gajar-seeds","title":"Black Carrot Seeds – Kanji Wali Kali Gajar | WINTER","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Carrot,\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eKali Gajar\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a traditional winter carrot valued for its striking dark purple to nearly black roots.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intense colour comes from naturally occurring anthocyanin pigments. Black carrots are especially associated with \u003cstrong\u003ekanji\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fermented drink traditionally prepared during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best root shape, grow carrots in deep, loose soil free from stones and hard clods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep purple to almost black roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Kali Gajar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular for making kanji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool-season winter vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for direct sowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for raised beds and deep grow bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fresh and fermented preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive natural root colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Carrots can be used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional kanji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermented vegetable preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed vegetable dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir deep natural colour can also add a distinctive appearance to fresh and cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Grow Bags\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-11-grow-bag-11x10-inch-5-gallon\"\u003eG-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for a compact planting with loose soil and correct spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-12-grow-bag-12x12-inch-6-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecommended for good root depth and practical home cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-24-grow-bag-24x12-inch-23-5-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for growing a larger patch of black carrots with adequate spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid overcrowding, as dense planting can result in smaller or poorly shaped roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Soil \/ Potting Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50% \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eVermicompost\u003c\/a\u003e + 50% Bhalu Mitti (Sandy Soil)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix thoroughly before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe growing medium should be:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine textured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture-retentive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from hard clods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from hard compaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid fresh manure and excessive nitrogen, as these may encourage leafy growth or irregular root formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Instructions from Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Prepare the Growing Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix \u003cstrong\u003e50% Vermicompost + 50% Bhalu Mitti\u003c\/strong\u003e thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove stones, hard lumps and undecomposed material so roots can develop freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Sow Directly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack carrots are best \u003cstrong\u003edirect-sown\u003c\/strong\u003e in their final growing location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid transplanting, as root disturbance can cause forked or misshapen carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Sowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover lightly with fine soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Water Gently\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a fine shower after sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the surface consistently moist throughout germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeeds generally germinate within:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10–21 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eunder suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe patient, as carrot seedlings may emerge gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Light Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5–6+ hours of sunlight daily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Thin the Seedlings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce seedlings are established, thin crowded plants carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5–7 cm between plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003efor better root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8. Watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaintain even soil moisture throughout growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged dryness followed by excessive watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9. Feeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe recommended growing medium already contains Vermicompost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer because it may encourage leafy growth at the expense of root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10. Weed Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the growing area free from weeds, particularly while seedlings are small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove weeds carefully to avoid disturbing developing roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11. Root Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the tops of roots become exposed above the soil, gently cover them with loose soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12. Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest once roots reach a useful size and develop their characteristic deep purple-black colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePull carefully when the soil is slightly moist to reduce root breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest progressively rather than waiting for every root to mature at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-11-grow-bag-11x10-inch-5-gallon\"\u003eG-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-12-grow-bag-12x12-inch-6-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-24-grow-bag-24x12-inch-23-5-gallon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eG-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGREEN GARDENS Vermicompost\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/collections\/grow-bags?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGREEN GARDENS Grow Bags\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Green Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46759989051649,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/6266\/6497\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_32d56698-ca92-4fdf-bae3-d4db9b0eaaf7.png?v=1776628995","url":"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/black-carrot-kali-gajar-seeds","provider":"Green Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}