Parisian

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Sweet as spun sugar with a crisp, tender snap, Parisian baby carrots form petite, evenly sized roots that glow in the garden with a bright, carrot-orange finish.

Their fine texture stays pleasantly delicate—ideal for fresh garden enjoyment and quick roasting, where their natural sweetness deepens without turning woody. A cool-season favorite at about 60 days, Parisian delivers a tidy harvest of uniform little gems that look as good as they taste in vibrant salads and lively pickles.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Taproot

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jun 24th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Taproot
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Parisian baby carrots are built for speed: their fine, delicate bite stays tender and sweet without slipping into woody cheer. Roast or glaze briefly for a lacquered exterior, or go raw with lemony dressing so the crunch stays electric.

Best Uses

shaking-fast sauté or quick roast until just glazed and still snappy
raw shaved or whole baby carrots in salads with acidic dressings
quick pickles/brines for a tangy crunch
buttery pan-glaze (honey-butter or brown-butter) for a glossy coating

Flavor Profile

sweet, candy-like carrot flavor crisp-tender snap with fine texture bright, lightly earthy finish

Kitchen Pairings

honey butter feta ginger lemon tarragon

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat carrot root flies and rust-colored carrot leaf spots on Daucus carota var. sativus (Parisian)?

Look for carrot fly activity by checking for wilting tops and small maggots near the crown; prevent it by covering beds with fine mesh immediately after sowing and keeping the cover on until tops are well established. If leaf spots (rusty/brown spots) appear, remove heavily affected leaves, avoid overhead watering, and improve airflow by thinning seedlings to the spacing your row allows.

How often should I water Parisian carrots during the main 45–60 day root-filling phase?

Keep the top 1–2 inches of soil consistently moist from germination through root thickening, usually watering 1–2 times per week depending on your soil and heat. Once roots start swelling, water deeply enough to reach the root zone after dry spells, but avoid letting the soil swing from very dry to soaked, which can cause cracking and misshapen roots.

What signs tell me my Parisian carrots are ready to harvest at about 60 days?

Harvest when the shoulders of the roots are clearly visible above the soil and are about pencil-to-thumb size (Parisian are compact, fast types). Pull a sample and check that the root is firm and evenly thick with minimal “shoulder” taper; if roots are still thin or hollow-looking, wait a few more days.