Rattail Radish (50-55 Days)

Name: Rattail Radish (50-55 Days)
Brand: Pinetree Garden Seeds
Price: 2.95 USD
Availability: InStock

$ 2.95

Unlike other radishes this one is grown for its seed pod, not its root. Indigenous to southern portions of Asia, the versatile pods are a staple for many gardeners around the world. The zesty radish flavor and snappy texture is adaptable in many recipes. Try experimenting with it. Begin harvesting seed pods at about 2 inches. Keep harvested to extend production throughout the season.

40 seeds

PLANTING

Raphanus sativus

Germination: 5-7 days

Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 60-75ºF.

Seed Sowing Depth: 1/2" deep

Sowing Outdoors: Starting in early spring. Sow a few seeds every 6", thin to 12" apart, soon after the seedlings emerge.

Harvest: Start harvesting pods when they are thick as a pencil or 2-3" long.

Tips: Provided fertile soil. Mulch and keep well watered through dry spells. To encourage more pod growth cut off the ones that become too large and fat.