Parisienne

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Sweet as spun sugar with a crisp, tender snap, Parisienne baby carrots arrive in a neat, uniform size that’s as satisfying to hold as it is to savor.

Their flavor is bright and mellow—never woody—paired with a fine, smooth texture that roasts to caramel-kissed edges and shines in fresh bowls, quick pickles, and vibrant sauces. A gardener’s delight at 70 days, Parisienne rewards careful thinning with a harvest that looks as refined as it tastes.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Taproot

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Parisienne 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 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 28th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 22nd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 17th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 13th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 10th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 4th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 20th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Taproot
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Parisienne baby carrots are built for eating like candy that behaves like a vegetable: they snap cleanly and roast into caramel edges without turning woody. Use them where their smooth sweetness can stay front-of-palate—glaze, roast, or pickle fast so the texture holds.

Best Uses

hot-skillet glaze until lacquered and still snappy
roasted sheet-pan carrots for caramel-kissed edges
quick refrigerator pickles with a clean, sweet-tart bite
fresh bowls and crudités where they stay tender under light dressing

Flavor Profile

bright, mellow sweetness crisp-tender snap never woody caramelizing on the edges

Kitchen Pairings

butter honey ginger citrus zest fresh dill plain yogurt

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common pest or disease problem for Daucus carota (carrot) and how do I treat it?

Watch for carrot rust fly (eggs on soil near plants; larvae tunnel into roots) and fungal leaf spots in damp weather. Use row cover right after sowing and keep it on until roots are well established, then remove covers on dry, clear days for access. If leaf spots appear, water at the soil line and thin plants for airflow; remove badly infected foliage promptly to slow spread.

How often should I water Parisienne carrots during their main growing phase?

During active root bulking (roughly weeks 4–10), keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week split into 1–2 waterings. Let the top 1–2 cm (0.5–1 in) dry slightly between waterings to prevent rot, then water deeply enough to reach the developing roots.

How can I tell when Parisienne carrots are ready to harvest?

Start checking around day 60–70 by gently pulling a sample and looking for a firm, well-colored root that matches the variety’s small, slender shape. The shoulders should be clearly formed at the soil surface, and roots should feel solid rather than rubbery. Harvest promptly when ready; leaving them too long can lead to tougher roots and more cracking.