The new 'Purple Haze' Carrot (Daucus carota L.) is a winner on every front. When cut, the slices feature a halo of purple with a bright orange center, making it a lovely addition to salads or slaws. Its flavor is sweet and delicious. The carrot is easy to grow from seed in loose soil with excellent drainage and shows the strongest color when soil temperature is 59-68 degrees fahrenheit. It's also an excellent plant for growing in patio containers.