Atomic Red Carrot Heirloom Class: Giant Darwin Hybrid

Class: Giant Darwin Hybrid

contrasting stems

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pale-skinned variety which boasts excellent flavor and is an impressive all-purpose potato

When new open-pollinated varieties are released they can sometimes get lost in the maze of hybrids touted to growers

Atomic Red Carrot Heirloom Class: Giant Darwin HybridThese gorgeous, uniform, reddish pink roots grow to about 8 inches in length. Unlike other red carrot, Atomic's color is through the core, making it a nice addition to other colored varieties. The color is attributed to the high amounts of lycopene found in this variety. A powerful antioxidant, the lycopene in Atomic Red becomes more bioavailable when cooked. Cooking can also enhance the striking color!