{"product_id":"carrot-3-colour-mix-seeds","title":"Carrot 3 Colour Mix Seeds – Orange, White \u0026amp; Yellow | Franchi – WINTER","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 30-40 Seeds per Pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd colour and variety to your winter kitchen garden with this unusual \u003cstrong\u003e3 Colour Carrot Mix from Franchi Sementi, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of producing only the traditional orange carrot, this mixture contains varieties that develop attractive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrange carrots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite carrots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow carrots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mix consists of medium-early carrot varieties with vigorous growth and good productivity. The roots are crisp and suitable for fresh eating as well as everyday kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three contrasting colours make this variety especially attractive for home gardeners who want something different from ordinary orange carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe harvested carrots can be used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh salads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegetable dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickling and preserving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColourful food presentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome kitchen use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Sowing Season in Pakistan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the \u003cstrong\u003eplains of Pakistan\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Lahore and similar warm-climate areas, the recommended sowing period is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober to December\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots grow best during cooler weather. Avoid sowing during periods of excessive heat, as high soil temperatures can reduce germination and root quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Temperature: 15°C to 28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool to moderately warm conditions encourage healthy leaf growth and better root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14–21 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination time may vary according to soil temperature, moisture and seed depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow 3 Colour Carrots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix gives home gardeners the opportunity to harvest different coloured carrots from the same sowing. The orange, white and yellow roots create an attractive harvest while providing the same practical uses as conventional carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is especially suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome kitchen gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaised vegetable beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep pots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/green-g-12-grow-bags-pack-of-5-12x12-inch?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=grow+bag+12*+12\u0026amp;_psid=aac2148ba\u0026amp;_ss=e\" title=\"Grow bags\"\u003eGrow bags\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerrace gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooftop gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrot 3 Colour Mix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e L\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root Vegetable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Early\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot Colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange, White \u0026amp; Yellow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Season in Pakistan Plains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSource \/ Variety Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct characteristics and variety identification have been referenced from \u003cstrong\u003eFranchi Sementi\u003c\/strong\u003e, the original seed producer. Franchi describes this variety as a medium-early mixture of carrot varieties producing \u003cstrong\u003ewhite, orange and yellow roots\u003c\/strong\u003e, with vigorous plants and good production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional variety information was cross-referenced with Seeds World \/ Seemnemaailm and Bloomy Seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSources:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFranchi Sementi – \u003cem\u003eCarote in Miscuglio\u003c\/em\u003e, Product Code GLBZ23\/42\u003cbr\u003eSeeds World \/ Seemnemaailm – \u003cem\u003eCarrot “Colorate” Trio Mix\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBloomy Seeds – \u003cem\u003eCarrot Mix Colorful Blend Medium-Early Franchi Seeds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGrowing Instructions from Seeds\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1. Select the Growing Area\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location receiving approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours of sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots can be grown in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen ground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaised beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow bags\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor containers, use sufficient soil depth so the roots can develop freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2. Prepare the Soil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots require loose, light and well-drained soil.\u003cbr\u003eThe soil should be soft, crumbly, free from stones, well drained and deep enough for root development.\u003cbr\u003eMix well-rotted vermicompost into the soil before sowing. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost-25kg-organic-fertilizer-pakistan?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4e25b6486\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Vermicompost\"\u003eVermicompost \u003c\/a\u003ehelps improve soil structure, keeps the soil soft and loose for better root development, and adds gentle organic nutrients that support healthy carrot growth.\u003cbr\u003eAvoid compacted or heavy soil because it may result in short, forked or misshapen carrots.\u003cbr\u003eAvoid adding fresh manure immediately before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3. Sow Directly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots generally perform best when \u003cstrong\u003edirect-sown\u003c\/strong\u003e where they will grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid transplanting seedlings because disturbing the young taproot may cause malformed carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4. Sowing Depth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds 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\u003eDo not bury carrot seeds too deeply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5. Keep the Soil Moist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater gently after sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the upper soil layer consistently moist during germination, but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause carrot seeds are small and germinate gradually, allowing the surface to dry completely can reduce germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6. Germination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpected germination:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14–21 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended growing temperature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15°C–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e7. Thin the Seedlings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce seedlings are established, remove excess plants gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3–5 cm spacing between plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives individual carrot roots enough room to develop properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e8. Watering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist throughout the growing period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eAvoid repeated cycles of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003every dry soil → excessive watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eInconsistent moisture can affect healthy root development and may lead to poor-quality or cracked roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e9. Fertilization\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eUse moderate and balanced nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer because it may produce lush foliage at the expense of good root development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCarrots generally benefit from soil with adequate phosphorus and potassium to support healthy root formation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e10. Harvesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the roots reach a useful mature size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on weather, variety and growing conditions, this medium-early carrot mix can normally be harvested approximately \u003cstrong\u003e90–95 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoosen the soil gently around mature roots before pulling them to avoid breaking the carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50214783910145,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/6266\/6497\/files\/Carrot3Colour_GREENGARDENS_3.png?v=1787403815","url":"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/carrot-3-colour-mix-seeds","provider":"Green Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}