Daucus carota Purple Kisses

Common name: Wild carrot

Untreated seed; packed by volume so seed quantity is approximate. Available in two pack sizes: 

Gardener packet 0.5g (450 seeds); Grower packet 2.5g (2250 seeds).

Hardy annual. DTM 75-85

Daucus is an umbel that is a magnet for pollinating insects. The blooms cover a colour range from white and blush through to maroon and burgandy. Plants are prolific, and the seed heads are great for drying.

Sow Feb-May or Aug-Sep for overwintering for flowers in the next year. Sowing temp 15-18°C; pre-chill seed for 2 weeks prior to sowing to aid germination which takes 14-21 days.

Cut when 50-75% of the inflorescence is open and pollen has not yet started to shed; stems cut in bud will not hydrate properly. Place immediately into water in a cool position; no special conditioning required.

Vase life: 7-10 days