• Grow Colorful and Delicious Radishes at Home! Cultivez des radis colorés et délicieux à la maison !
  • Watermelon radish seeds are small, round, and vibrant. Les graines de radis pastèque sont petites, rondes et vibrantes.
  • Colorful watermelon radish seeds for planting. Graines de radis pastèque colorées à planter.
  • Bright watermelon radish seeds ready to grow. Graines de radis pastèque brillantes prêtes à pousser.
  • Vibrant watermelon radish seeds for your garden. Des graines de radis pastèque vibrantes pour votre jardin.
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Watermelon Radish Seeds

Watermelon Radish Seeds

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This unique radish, hailing from China, is an extraordinary heirloom variety that could be aptly named the Inside Out Radish. Sporting large globes resembling softballs, they exhibit a greenish-white exterior but boast a vibrant reddish-pink heart within. Compared to most radishes, they offer a milder flavor profile. Watermelon radish seeds mature in 55 days.

These seeds yield watermelon radishes, a type of Japanese winter radish also referred to as "daikon," which translates to "large root" in Japanese. Daikon radishes constitute a significant portion of cultivated vegetables in Japan, featuring prominently in nearly every meal. Originating near Beijing in northern China, watermelon radishes are often served sweetened as a dessert or fruit. Watermelon Radish Seeds add an elegant touch to any kitchen table, resembling watermelons when sliced open. Children will delight in planting and observing their growth.

Characterized by a delicate flavor with a subtle peppery note, Watermelon Radish is ideal for salads and dipping. Its distinctive appearance, reminiscent of a watermelon, features white skin encompassing a rosy interior bordered with green and white.


    How To Grow

    Sowing: As watermelon radish seeds belong to the category of winter radishes, it's recommended to sow them approximately two months before the anticipated first fall frost. Plant the daikon radish seeds in deeply cultivated, nutrient-rich soil, burying them about 1.27 centimeters deep and spacing them 2.54 centimeters apart. Later on, thin out the seedlings to a spacing of 10-15 centimeters apart.

    Growing: Radishes thrive in consistently moist soil and benefit from the incorporation of organic matter such as compost. Ensure the soil remains adequately moist, but avoid overwatering, which can lead to splitting.

    Harvesting

    Harvesting: Watermelon radishes can be harvested at any time until they reach their mature size of approximately 7.5 centimeters. Known for their sweet and crisp flavor, they also exhibit excellent storage qualities, making them suitable for winter storage.

    Seed Saving

    Seed Saving: Radishes have the potential to cross-pollinate with all other radish varieties, necessitating isolation by a distance of at least 800 meters to maintain genetic integrity. Once the radish plant reaches full maturity and sends up a flowering stalk, observe as the pods develop and transition from green to brown. Harvest the brown pods and let them dry for several days. Extract the seeds by manually opening the pods or applying pressure to crush them. Store daikon radish seeds in a cool, dry location for a duration of up to five years.

    Extra Facts

    Planting Methods: Indoor, Outdoor
    Blooming Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
    Planting Season: Early Spring or Late Summer
    Latin Name/USDA Zones: Raphanus sativus/ 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
    Sunlight Required/ Height: Full Sun/ 15-30 cm
    Shelf Life After Test Date: The shelf life of Watermelon Radish Seeds after the test date largely depends on storage conditions. When stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, these seeds can maintain viability for up to 2-3 years after the test date. Regularly check and refresh your seed stock for optimal germination.
    Can I Grow Radish Seed Sprouts: Yes. Rinse the seeds thoroughly, soak them in water for 6-8 hours, and then sprout them using a jar or sprouting tray. Enjoy the crisp and mildly peppery flavor of the sprouts.
    Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated
    Soil Type: Loam Soil

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