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Radish - Watermelon Seeds
Radish - Watermelon Seeds
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Radish – Watermelon (Raphanus sativus)
Product Description
An eye-catching and delicious radish variety with a unique appearance and flavour profile:
- Appearance: Round, white-skinned roots with green shoulders and a striking red to pink interior resembling a miniature watermelon.
- Size: Grows up to 8 cm in diameter.
- Flavour & Texture: Crisp flesh with a sweet, mild taste – perfect for fresh salads or garnishes.
- Other Names: Often referred to as Red Meat Radish.
How to Grow Guide
When to Sow
Radishes can be sown year-round in most climates, but avoid sowing in extreme heat or cold. Refer to your local sowing calendar for optimal planting times.
Soil Preparation
Sunlight: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily).
Soil: Loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Preparation Tips:
- Weed and dig the soil to at least one spade’s depth.
- Mix in aged compost or animal manure to improve fertility and drainage.
- Keep the bed weed-free before planting.
Sowing Instructions
Depth & Spacing:
- Sow seeds 10 mm deep.
- Space seeds 8 cm apart in rows 30 cm apart.
Germination: 3–14 days at soil temperatures between 8–30°C.
Tips:
- Sow directly into garden soil.
- Keep soil evenly moist—not dry or soggy.
- Protect young seedlings from pests and harsh weather.
Growing Tips
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Watering:
- Water deeply when the top 5 cm of soil is dry.
- Water early in the day and avoid wetting foliage.
- Thinning (optional): Once seedlings are established, thin to 8 cm spacing for optimal root development.
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Fertilising:
- Well-prepared soil often requires no additional fertiliser.
- If needed, use a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus fertiliser like blood and bone.
Harvesting
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Roots: Ready in approximately 50 days.
- Harvest when roots are mature and firm.
- Pull gently from the base or lift with a fork.
- Trim foliage to 1–2 cm and store in the fridge in a perforated bag.
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Leaves:
- Harvest when large enough to eat.
- Pick outer leaves and use fresh.
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Seed Pods:
- Harvest when young and green.
- Best consumed fresh or preserved by pickling.
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