Small size, but big flavor! 'Tonda di Parigi', Italian for "Round of Paris", is deep orange, sweet and tender, and the round shape is a unique feature among carrots. Shallow roots mean you can grow it in a shallower bed or even in a container!
~0.8 g
(~410 seeds)
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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 65 days
Family: Apiaceae
Type: Carrot (Learn more)
Native: Africa, Eurasia
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant biennial grown as an annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: Roots are 1"–2" long at their peak.
Variety Info: Dark orange, round root, sweet and tender. 'Tonda di Parigi' is a French heirloom in a class of its own; it does not fall into any of the four primary carrot types (Chantenay, Nantes, Danvers, and imperator).
Attributes: Good for Containers, Good for Heavy Soil, Frost Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 45°F, ideally 60°–85°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 10 to 12 weeks before your average first fall frost date. In very warm climates, carrots are grown primarily in fall, winter, and spring.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended; root disturbance stunts growth.
Days to Emerge: 10–25 days
Seed Depth: ¼"
Seed Spacing: 1"
Row Spacing: 6"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 2"
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Growing Info
Harvesting: For best flavor and texture, harvest carrots any time before, and until they reach their optimal size. Peak harvest period lasts about 3 weeks, longer in the fall. Late summer-sown carrots are sweetened after having been kissed by light frost; however, harvest before soil freezes, which may destroy the crop. In USDA zone 5 or warmer, carrots can be left in the ground for storage provided they are heavily mulched; harvest as needed on days the ground is not frozen.
- AngieRated 5 out of 5 stars3/20/26BEST CARROTS EVER TO GROW AND EAT!
I love this variety of carrots. The smell is a~mazing when you harvest, and the taste is unbelievable! I haven't tried planting in a pot yet to test it out, but when I planted them directly in the soil last year, I was able to harvest the size of a fist/baseball size, similar to the beets. Definitely, one of my favorites and definitely planting again this year!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests3/23/26Hey Angie,
We're absolutely thrilled to hear you had such an incredible experience with our Tonda di Parigi Carrot Seeds! That amazing aroma when you harvest and the unbelievable taste is exactly what makes this variety so special. Wow, getting them to fist/baseball size - that's some impressive growing! It sounds like you've really mastered growing these beauties in the soil. We're excited you're planting them again this year - you're going to love having that amazing harvest to look forward to! Keep on growing 🌻️
- LuzRated 5 out of 5 stars1/27/265 Stars
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- Andrea H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/14/245 Stars
I love having a home garden and sharing seeds. So try to buy a variety. Some if these packets are very pretty and inspirational.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Amber S.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars9/3/243 Stars
These didn't grow that well for me. Even though the other carrots in the same raised bed did amazing, these little guys didn't really make a hand.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Lourdes M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/31/245 Stars
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Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate