Carrot 'Paris Market'

2000 Seeds

Seeding Carrot 'Paris Market' (also known as Parisian, Tonda di Parigi, or Thumbelina) is perfect for gardeners with shallow soil, containers, or raised beds. These heirloom carrots grow into small, round, golf ball–shaped roots with sweet, tender flavor — ideal for roasting, snacking, or market displays.

Here’s your complete guide:

🥕 Carrot 'Paris Market' – Seeding Guide

(Daucus carota subsp. sativus)

📅 When to Sow

✅ Outdoors (direct sow only):

• Spring: 2–4 weeks before last frost

• Fall: 8–10 weeks before first frost (best flavor in cool weather)

🚫 Do not transplant carrots — always direct sow

🌱 How to Sow

Soil Prep:

• Prefers light, loose, sandy soil

• Best choice for shallow soils or rocky beds where standard carrots struggle

• Mix in compost, but avoid high nitrogen

Sowing Instructions:

• Depth: ¼ inch (6 mm)

• Spacing:

  • Sow seeds ½ inch apart

  • Thin to 1–2 inches apart when seedlings are 2–3 inches tall

• Row spacing: 12 inches

💡 Mix seeds with sand for even sowing
🪴 Excellent in containers at least 6 inches deep

🌡️ Germination

• Temperature: 55–75°F (13–24°C)

• Time: 7–21 days

• Keep the top layer of soil consistently moist

• Consider covering with burlap or cardboard until germinated

🌿 After Germination

• Thin carefully — crowding reduces root size and shape

• Water deeply but not too frequently

• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds

🕒 Days to Harvest

• 50–65 days

• Roots are mature when they reach about 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) in diameter

• Harvest when round and bright orange — don’t let them overgrow or they'll get woody

🪴 Growing Tips

• Perfect for:

  • Shallow raised beds

  • Containers (6" deep min.)

  • Urban gardening

• Great choice for kids’ gardens due to fast growth and shape

🐝 Companion Planting

• Grows well with:

  • Onions

  • Lettuce

  • Radishes

  • Peas

• Avoid planting near dill or parsnip (can attract carrot fly)