Days to maturity: 28
Radish Crimson Giant
Raphanus sativus
This large (1½" - 2" diameter) spring radish with crisp, white interior and mild flavor is delicious in salads, on sandwiches, or eaten like an apple! Grows best during the cool weather of spring and fall. Fun for kids to grow!
This packet plants ten 9 foot rows.
Days to Emerge: 5 - 10 days
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Seed Spacing: ½"
Row Spacing: 8"
Thinning: When foliage appears thin to 1" apart
When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost and when soil temperature is above 40° F. Germinates fastest at 60° - 65° F. Successive sowings every 5 -10 days until late spring. Sow again in late summer until first day of fall frost.
When to start inside: Not recommended.
Harvesting: Harvest when radish is 1½" - 2" in diameter. If allowed to grow bigger, they will get pithy and hot.
Artist: Susan Strok