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Easter Egg Radish Seeds For Planting (Raphanus sativus)

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ALL ABOUT THIS RADISH

SEED COUNT

500 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
Easter Egg radishes, with their vibrant mix of colors ranging from pink to dark red, are not only a visual delight but also a culinary treat, offering a mild, crisp flavor. Originating from various radish cultivars traditionally grown in Asia and Europe, these radishes have been celebrated for centuries not just for their taste but also for their cultural significance. Historically, radishes, including types like the Easter Egg, can trace their roots back to ancient Egypt where they were a staple in diets, and through trade and cultivation, they spread across the globe. The name "Easter Egg" radish, however, likely emerged due to their colorful appearance, reminiscent of Easter eggs, although there's no direct historical link to Easter celebrations in ancient times. Instead, their history intertwines with broader radish cultivation practices which saw them valued for both culinary and symbolic uses, like in the "Night of the Radishes" festival in Oaxaca, Mexico, where radishes are carved into intricate figures. This variety, with its rapid growth cycle, became popular for home gardens and farmers' markets, adding both flavor and beauty to dishes across cultures.
ALL ABOUT THIS RADISH

SEED COUNT

500 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES
Easter Egg radishes, with their vibrant mix of colors ranging from pink to dark red, are not only a visual delight but also a culinary treat, offering a mild, crisp flavor. Originating from various radish cultivars traditionally grown in Asia and Europe, these radishes have been celebrated for centuries not just for their taste but also for their cultural significance. Historically, radishes, including types like the Easter Egg, can trace their roots back to ancient Egypt where they were a staple in diets, and through trade and cultivation, they spread across the globe. The name "Easter Egg" radish, however, likely emerged due to their colorful appearance, reminiscent of Easter eggs, although there's no direct historical link to Easter celebrations in ancient times. Instead, their history intertwines with broader radish cultivation practices which saw them valued for both culinary and symbolic uses, like in the "Night of the Radishes" festival in Oaxaca, Mexico, where radishes are carved into intricate figures. This variety, with its rapid growth cycle, became popular for home gardens and farmers' markets, adding both flavor and beauty to dishes across cultures.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

SEED PREP

No prep needed.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/2” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sun.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a loose, rich soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily but avoid waterlogging.

GERMINATION

Germinates in 7 to 14 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Tops typically grow 6” to 12” tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 8” to 10” wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants / roots 4” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 10” apart.

CROP SIZE

Produces 1” to 1.5” roots.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Raphanus sativus

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Very easy to grow from seed.

HARVEST

30 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

PREPERATION

No prep needed.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/2” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sun.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a loose, rich soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily but avoid waterlogging.

GERMINATION

Germinates in 7 to 14 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Tops typically grow 6” to 12” tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 8” to 10” wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants / roots 4” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 10” apart.

CROP SIZE

Produces 1” to 1.5” roots.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Raphanus sativus

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Very easy to grow from seed.

HARVEST

30 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?