Parisian

Carrot

Zone 12a Save Garden

🌱 60d to harvest Taproot

Sweet as spun sugar with a crisp, tender snap, Parisian baby carrots form petite, evenly sized roots that glow in the garden with…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jan 1st
Harvest Begins	Mar 2nd
Harvest Ends	Dec 31st

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

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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.

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.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.

Expert Note

Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination (often 10–21 days), then thin early for smooth, round roots.