Carrot ‘Touchon’ Seeds | Fast-Growing French Heirloom Carrot

Carrot ‘Touchon’ (Daucus carota) is a prized old French heirloom variety, celebrated for its exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and tender flesh. A fast-growing Nantes type, it produces uniform, cylindrical roots up to 17cm long with a smooth skin and superb flavour. Ready in just 65 days, it is perfect for early sowings, successional crops, and gardeners seeking a reliable, delicious carrot. This packet contains approximately 4000 seeds.

🌱 Sow spring to summer. Direct sow in deep, stone-free, light soil.
☀️ Prefers full sun. Essential for strong growth and sweetness.
💧 Water evenly and consistently. Prevents splitting and ensures tender roots.
📏 Cylindrical, smooth roots. Harvest when young for the best flavour.

Bullet Technical Data
🌱 Depth: 1 cm
📅 Sow: March to July
☀️ Light: Full sun
🌡️ Germination: 10-17 days
📏 Height: Low leafy tops
🪴 Spacing: Thin to 5-7 cm apart
⏳ Harvest: Approx. 65 days from sowing
🪙 Seeds: Approx. 4000 seeds

Tips & Tricks
For the straightest roots, ensure soil is deep, loose, and free of stones. Sow thinly to minimise thinning. Excellent for early and successional sowings. Companion plant with lettuce and onions to help deter carrot fly.

Garden-to-Table Recipe
French Grated Carrot Salad (Carottes Râpées)

• 500g ‘Touchon’ carrots, peeled and coarsely grated

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice or white wine vinegar

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Salt and pepper

• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

1. Place grated carrots in a large bowl.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper.

3. Pour dressing over carrots and toss well.

4. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving, garnished with parsley if desired.
   A classic, refreshing French bistro side dish.