Those with large green areas at the top or that have dark blemishes or brown coloring of any kind are also undesirable. Inc. All rights reserved. Carrots are available year-round from California. Inc. All rights reserved. Inc. All rights reserved.
Carrots belong to the parsley family.
They originated in Afghanistan, cultivated originally for medicinal purposes utilizing the seeds which are produced in the second year of this biennial plant. The use of carrots spread westward, introduced into England from Holland in the 15th Century. At that point, carrots were coveted for their tops, and no well-dressed English gentlewoman would be seen without lacy carrot leaves decorating her hair. Inc. All rights reserved. Inc. All rights reserved.