|Articles|December 14, 2017

Carrot Color

Before the 17th century, carrots were usually yellow, white, or purple in color. It was not until the 17th century that Dutch growers began cultivating orange carrots.

Before the 17th century, carrots were usually yellow, white, or purple in color. It was not until the 17th century that Dutch growers began cultivating orange carrots.


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