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Carrots Were Originally Purple, White, Or Yellow Before The Orange Variety

The familiar orange carrot was cultivated in the Netherlands in the 17th century, likely as a tribute to the House of Orange. Before this, carrots came in a rainbow of colors, with purple being particularly common.

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March 29, 2026
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