What makes Parisian carrots unique?
Parisian is a small round French heirloom carrot that grows like a 1-2 inch orange sphere rather than a long root. Its sweet, tender flesh is wonderful roasted whole, and it is a fun novelty for kids.
Are Parisian carrots good for heavy or shallow soil?
Yes, this is one of their biggest strengths. Because the roots are round and shallow, Parisian carrots thrive in heavy clay, rocky ground, and shallow containers where long carrots cannot grow straight.
How long do Parisian carrots take to mature?
Parisian carrots are ready in about 50-60 days. Harvest them once the little globes reach about 1 inch across for the best sweet, tender texture.
When and how do I sow Parisian carrot seeds?
Direct sow 1/4 inch deep from 2-3 weeks before your last frost through late summer, keeping the soil moist for the 2-3 week germination. Successive sowings give a steady supply of these quick little carrots.
How far apart should Parisian carrots be spaced?
Thin seedlings to about 1-2 inches apart in rows 8-12 inches apart. Their compact round shape lets you grow them densely in a small space.
How many Parisian carrot seeds are in a packet, and are they heirloom?
Each packet contains approximately 1,050 open-pollinated heirloom, non-GMO seeds, enough for many rounds of these round French carrots.
Why are Parisian carrots round?
It is a heirloom-type variety bred for short, ball-shaped roots that thrive in shallow or heavy soil.
How long do the seeds last?
Stored cool, dry, and sealed in the original packet, the seeds stay viable for a couple of years or more, with the best germination in the first year or two.
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