Purple Carrot ‘Gniff’ (Daucus carota) organic seeds

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Purple Carrot ‘Gniff’ (Daucus carota) organic seeds

An old Ticino variety with purple skin and a white core – a regional colour highlight with remarkable storage qualities.
Contents: Approx. 300 seeds
Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly

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SKU: DAU14-BIO

GTIN: 4250601202143

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Historic Root Vegetable with a Two-Tone Surprise

The carrot variety 'Gniff' originates from the Swiss canton of Ticino and is considered a regional speciality with centuries-old tradition. Its name derives from the local dialect word for “purple” – a fitting reference to its strikingly dark skin. Inside, it reveals a delicate, cream-white core. The roots measure around 10 to 15 cm in length, with a rounded to conical shape, and are notable for their sweet, spicy flavour and excellent storage qualities. 'Gniff' stands out not only for its taste but also for its eye-catching appearance – whether raw, cooked or pickled. Particularly popular in autumnal cuisine, it adds vibrant colour to dishes and is gaining popularity among enthusiasts of heritage vegetable varieties.

Plant description

Species:	Apiaceae
Root system:	Taproot
Flower colour:	White
Fruit colour:	Weiss Violett
Use:	Vegetable Edible plant Winter vegetables
Characteristics:	Needs darkness to germinate
Climate:	Temperate
Lifecycle:	Biennial
Eventual height:	20-60 cm
Winter hardiness zones:	7 (-18 bis -12 °C)
Flowering months:	May June July

Growing advice

Sowing depth:	0.5 cm
Planting distance:	2-6 cm
Bad companion plants:	Fennel Parsnip Parsley Celeriac
Good companion plants:	Onion Lettuce Cauliflower Dill Endive Peas Knoblauch Leek Chard Leaf Lettuce Radish
Sunlight:	Full sun
When to sow outdoors:	January February March April May June July
Water requirement:	Medium
Germination temperature:	10-18°C
Germination time:	2-6 weeks

Sowing and Care of the 'Gniff' Variety

Sowing takes place directly outdoors from March onwards. Alternatively, a late summer sowing in July or August is possible to produce roots for autumn and winter storage. The seeds should be sown shallowly in rows and lightly covered with soil. A consistent germination temperature between 15 and 20 °C and evenly moist soil support germination, which occurs after approximately 2 to 3 weeks. Young plants should be thinned out to a spacing of 5 to 8 cm. 'Gniff' prefers loose, sandy-loamy soil without waterlogging and thrives in full sun and sheltered locations. Regular weeding and consistent watering are essential for well-formed, flavourful roots. Harvesting begins in August and can continue into late autumn, depending on the sowing date. When stored in a cool, dry place, the carrots remain crisp and fresh for several months.

Other names

Botanical name:	Daucus carota
German names:	Gartenmöhre, Mohrrübe, Gelbe Rübe, Wurzel, Rüebli, Karotte
French names:	Faux Chervis, Gironille, Pastenade, Moulette
Spanish names:	Acenoria, Azanoria, Bufanagas, Carrota, Carruchera, Cenoria, Pastana, Playa de Prados, Rompesacos, Satanoria, Yerba Meona, Yerba Mosquera, Zanahoria, Zanahoria Silvestre, Carlota, Safanòria, Cenoura, Azenario, Pastanaga

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Manufacturer information: Magic Garden Seeds GmbH | Junkersstraße 7 | Regensburg, Germany, 93055 | service@magicgardenseeds.com | https://www.magicgardenseeds.com

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