Heirloom Parisian Round Carrot Seeds

We promise to provide you with high-quality, fresh and viable flower seeds. The "Baby Apple" Carrot! Grows in Shallow Soil, Ripens Fast, and Delivers an Intensely Sweet Crunch. Bullet Points: Adorable "Mini-Apple" Shape: These perfectly spherical carrots are a garden showstopper. They are incredibly fun to harvest and instantly bring a smile to kids' faces. Super Sweet & Crisp: Short and stout, they pack all their natural sugars into a small, dense root. They are exceptionally sweet, juicy, and tender—perfect for raw snacking. Perfect for Shallow Soil & Containers: Unlike long carrots that need 12+ inches of loose soil, Parisian Round carrots only need 8-10 inches (20-25 cm) of loose soil! They are fantastic for patio pots, window boxes, and raised beds. Incredibly Fast-Growing: Ready to harvest in just 50-55 days! You can succession sow them every few weeks for a continuous supply of bite-sized treats. No Peeling Required: The skin is ultra-thin and delicate. Just wash them gently and eat them whole—no chopping or peeling needed! Versatile Culinary Star: Amazing for fresh snacking with dips, roasting whole with herbs, tossing into salads, or pickling for a gourmet side dish. Product Details: Genus: Daucus Species: Daucus carota (Parisian type - Round/Ball Heirloom) Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 4 – 11 (Biennial; hardy to light frosts). Days to Maturity: 50 - 55 days (Extremely fast). Days to Germination: 7 to 14 days (Optimal soil temp: 55°F - 75°F). Seeding Depth: ¼ inch (0.6 cm). Row Spacing: 8 - 10 inches (20 - 25 cm). Plant Height: Foliage grows 10 – 12 inches (25-30 cm) tall; roots are 1.5 – 2 inches (4-5 cm) in diameter. Growth Habit: Upright, feathery green foliage with a short, thick taproot that swells into a perfect, miniature round orange globe. Soil Preference: Loose, well-draining soil, free of stones and clods. High in organic matter. pH 5.8 – 6.8. (Tolerates clay and shallow soil better than standard carrots). Temperature Preference: Cool weather. Best performance at 55°F - 70°F (12°C - 21°C). Tolerates light frosts. Light Preference: Full Sun (minimum 6 hours of direct sunlight). How to Plant & Grow: Site Preparation: Because they are short, they are much more forgiving than long carrots, but they still need loose, rock-free soil. Work the soil to a depth of 8-10 inches (20-25 cm), remove stones, and mix in 2-3 inches of well-aged compost. Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in early spring (2-3 weeks before the last frost) or in late summer. Plant seeds ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep and cover lightly with fine soil. Keep the seedbed consistently moist until germination (7-14 days). Tip: Mix seeds with a little fine sand for more even spacing. Spacing: For Perfect Round Globes: After seedlings emerge, thin them to 2 inches (5 cm) apart in rows spaced 8-10 inches (20-25 cm) apart. Square Foot Gardening (SFG): Plant 16 carrots per 1-square-foot area (4 rows x 4 rows, spaced 3 inches apart). Watering: Consistent moisture is crucial. Provide 1 inch of water per week. Fluctuating moisture will cause the round roots to split. Harvesting: These mature faster than long carrots. When the bright orange "shoulders" pop out of the soil and are about the size of a golf ball (usually 50-55 days), gently pull them up by the leafy tops. Gardener's Tip: Do not over-grow them! If left in the ground too long, they can become woody. Harvest them when they are 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter for the ultimate sweetness and crispness. Planting Calendar: Early Spring Crop: Direct Sow: Early March to Mid-April. Harvest: May to June. Fall Crop (Sweeter, Better Quality): Direct Sow: Mid-July to Early August. Harvest: September to October.. Mild Winter Zones (USDA 9-11): Can be sown from October to January for winter snacking. SPECIAL OFFERS: Buy More, Get More FREE Buy 4, Get 1 Free: Add 5 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 1 item – no coupon code needed! Buy 7, Get 2 Free: Add 9 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 2 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 12, Get 3 Free: Add 15 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 3 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 19, Get 4 Free: Add 23 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 4 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 23, Get 5 Free: Add 28 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 5 items – no coupon code needed!