'Sparkler White Tip' Radish
identification
description
Bicolor radish, scarlet-white, tender, juicy and crunchy
“Sparkler White Tip” radish ( Raphanus sativus ), offered by OSC Seeds
This beautiful round radish features a scarlet upper half delicately edged in pink, contrasting with a pure white lower half. Its flesh is tender , juicy , and crisp , making this variety one of the best radishes on the market since its introduction in the late 1930s . For optimal flavor, harvest them when they reach about 2.5 cm in diameter. Regular watering is essential for developing sweet, well-formed roots.
Propagation: Direct sowing
Height/Port: Root
Package size: Approximately 400 seeds
Harvest time: 25–30 days
Frost tolerance: Resistant to light frost
Companion plants: Lettuce, spinach, carrots
Incompatible plants: Other radishes or closely related brassicas (risk of common pests)
Planting and maintenance:
Sow directly in full sun in light, loose, well-drained soil. Space rows 20–30 cm apart and thin to 3–5 cm to allow for well-rounded roots. Maintain consistent moisture to prevent hollow or overly pungent roots. Harvest promptly when radishes reach their ideal size, as they become stronger with age.
