'White Icicle' Radish
Long white radish, crisp, sweet and slightly spicy
“White Icicle” radish ( Raphanus sativus ), offered by OSC Seeds
An heirloom variety cultivated since at least 1865 , 'White Icicle' produces beautiful , glossy white roots, measuring up to 12.5 cm long and about 2.5 cm in diameter. Their flesh is crisp and sweet , with a mild flavor that gently warms the tongue, but is less pungent than that of round radishes. Highly appealing to both gardeners and growers, this radish grows quickly and performs exceptionally well in cooler climates.
Propagation: Direct sowing (successive sowings every two weeks as long as the weather is cool)
Height/Port: Root
Package size: Approximately 400 seeds
Harvest time: 30 days
Frost tolerance: Frost resistant
Companion plants: Lettuce, carrots, spinach
Incompatible plants: Other closely related brassicas (risk of common pests)
Planting and maintenance:
Sow in full sun in light, loose, well-drained soil. Space rows 20–30 cm apart, then thin to 3–5 cm to allow for good root development. Water regularly to maintain gentle growth and prevent tough or hollow roots. Harvest quickly at the ideal size, as radishes become stronger with age.
