Description
This very old radish boasts dark black skin and white, crispy, spicy flesh. Produces 3-4″ radishes. Also reported to have medicinal qualities. This variety is best grown in the winter, and it stores quite well.
Radish – Black Spanish Round (Noir Gros Rond d’Hiver) – Raphanus sativus
Soil & Water: Radishes prefer well-drained soil with plenty of added organic matter. They have low nutrient requirements; especially avoid excess nitrogen to promote good root development. Preferred soil pH is 6.0-7.0.
Planting & Growing: Cool weather is needed for best development, especially for this variety. Sow seed directly wherever there is extra space in the garden. Radishes make good, living row markers for slower germinating crops like carrots.
Harvesting & Storage: Harvest whenever large enough to use. Store in cool, moist conditions.
Soil Temperature: 45-95F
Planting Depth: 1/2″
Germination: 4-12 Days
Height At Maturity: 6-8″
Days To Maturity: 53-70 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 3-6″
Approx Seeds per Pack: 100
Product illustration via: Peaceful Valley Farm Supply
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