CARROT Seeds, Little Finger

Little Finger Carrot (Daucus carota 'Little Finger') is an heirloom, open-pollinated baby carrot with slender, sweet roots that mature small. Ideal for containers and tight spaces, it is a tender favorite for fresh snacking.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Daucus carota 'Little Finger'
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated baby carrot
• Root length: 3 to 4 inches, slender
• Sun: Full sun (6 to 8 hours)
• Soil: Loose, sandy loam, well-drained, pH 6.0 to 7.5

Best for

• Fresh snacking and crudite
• Salads and lunchboxes
• Containers and window boxes
• Pickling baby carrots

How to grow

Direct sow about a quarter inch deep in loose, stone-free soil in full sun. Keep evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings for even spacing. The small roots suit containers and shallow beds. Sow in early spring or late summer and harvest young for the sweetest, most tender carrots.

Flavor profile

Intensely sweet and crisp despite its small size, perfect for eating straight from the garden.

About 99Heirlooms

99Heirlooms is a seed company devoted to heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, giving home gardeners dependable seeds with the character and heritage of generations past.