Bolero

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Sweetly fragrant, Bolero carrots reach maturity with a rich, honeyed flavor and a satisfyingly crisp bite.

The Danvers shape is classic and dependable—deep orange roots with a smooth, well-filled core and a sturdy, uniform taper that holds its appeal from garden to storage. Grow Bolero for fresh snacking, bright-roasted color, and vibrant, velvety carrot purées and sauces that showcase its naturally sweet character.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Taproot

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Bolero Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Aug 8th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 29th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 29th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Aug 2nd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 29th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 27th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 22nd – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 18th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 15th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 9th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jul 4th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 24th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 15th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 6th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 20th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 25th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Taproot
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	60
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Bolero’s honeyed sweetness and tight crispness make it feel like a snack carrot first—then it earns its keep when roasted, where it browns evenly and stays pleasantly firm. For purée, its well-filled core blends smooth and silky instead of thin or grainy, so you can finish it with butter or yogurt for a restaurant-grade sheen.

Best Uses

fresh snacking sticks with minimal dressing so the sweetness stays clean
hot-roasted wedges where the edges caramelize but the center stays tender
velvet carrot purée (blended hot, finished with fat)
glossy carrot sauces that cling without turning watery

Flavor Profile

sweetly honeyed flavor crisp, snappy bite deep orange carrot aroma smooth, well-filled core that purées velvety

Kitchen Pairings

ginger cumin honey butter yogurt orange

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Bolero plants getting curled leaves and sticky residue, and what should I do?

Sticky residue and curled, distorted new growth on Bolero are commonly caused by aphids. Spray with a strong stream of water to knock them off, then treat remaining colonies with insecticidal soap (especially under leaves) and repeat every 5–7 days until no new curling appears. Keep weeds down around the bed because they can host aphids and help them build up.

How often should I water Bolero during the peak growing period (around weeks 3–9)?

During the main growth window (roughly weeks 3–9, before harvest), keep soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for about 1 inch of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings if it’s hot. Check by pushing your finger 1–2 inches into the soil; water when it feels dry at that depth. Avoid frequent light watering that keeps the surface wet while the root zone dries out.

How can I tell when my Bolero is ready to harvest at about 75 days?

Bolero is ready when heads/producing parts are fully formed for the variety and feel firm rather than spongy when gently squeezed. Harvest once they reach the expected size and the surface looks fully developed; if you wait for a softer texture, quality can decline. If you’re harvesting by days (about 75), verify firmness and full form before picking.