Parisian
60d to harvest
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.
Crop Dates
Growing note: In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | — |
| Climate | Frost-Free Climate |
| Transplant / Sow Outdoors | Oct 1st |
| Harvest Begins | Nov 30th |
| Harvest Ends | Feb 28th |
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 |
Recommended Companions
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.
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.