Direct sow April through September while weather remains cool. Place seed approximately 1 cm deep, maintain 10–20°C, and keep the surface moist; emergence generally takes 4–10 days. Make small sowings every two or three weeks to stagger harvest. During strong heat wait for cooler temperatures to reduce bolting fibrous texture and excessively pungent flavour.
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Modern fast-growing organic red radish
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Organic colourful radish seeds
Organic ‘Raxe’ radish (Raphanus sativus ‘Raxe’)
Raphanus sativus ‘Raxe’
Modern organic variety quickly producing uniform round to slightly oval vivid-red crisp roots ready near 27 days.
Quantity
Approximately 200 seeds
Exposure
Sun to light partial shade
Difficulty level
Easy to moderate
Discover the plant
Family
Brassicaceae
Genus
Raphanus
Species
sativus
Cultivar
Raxe
Type
Modern fast-growing organic red radish
Cycle
Annual for root harvest
Organic ‘Raxe’ radish (Raphanus sativus ‘Raxe’) is a fast modern variety valued for uniform round to slightly oval vivid-red glossy roots. The Biologiquement Vôtre workbook lists approximately 200 organic non-heirloom non-open-pollinated seeds, foliage height of 15–25 cm, and harvest near 27 days. Crisp tender pleasantly pungent flesh suits crudités salads garnishes and classic serving with butter and salt.
Direct sow April through September in light loose stone-free well-drained soil approximately 1 cm deep. Maintain 10–20°C and even moisture; germination generally takes 4–10 days. Thin to approximately 5 cm so roots form without competition. Full sun suits cool weather while light partial shade may slow drying during warm periods. Make small sowings every two or three weeks and pause when heat makes roots fibrous or excessively pungent.
Begin inspecting roots near 23–25 days and generally harvest around 27 days. Gently uncover a sample root shoulder and lift once red firm crisp and still tender. Do not wait until roots become pithy split or excessively strong. Remove tops, rinse only before use, and cool promptly. Yield, exact diameter, specific varietal resistance, and maximum storage life for this lot are unconfirmed.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Planting depth
Approximately 1 cm (⅜ to ½ in)
Spacing / density
Approximately 5 cm between plants and 20 to 30 cm between rows
Establishment temperature
10 to 20°C (50 to 68°F)
Establishment time
Approximately 4 to 10 days
Best planting time
April through September in small successive sowings
Propagation
Direct sowing
Growing method
Direct sow April through September approximately 1 cm deep in fine loose soil. Maintain 10–20°C and even moisture until emergence in 4–10 days. Thin early to approximately 5 cm by clipping excess seedlings. Repeat small sowings every two or three weeks and pause during strong heat if roots become fibrous. Weed shallowly, water at soil level, and protect from flea beetles if needed. Begin inspecting near 20 days and harvest around 25 days.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Exposure
Sun to light partial shade
Soil pH
Approximately 6.0 to 7.0
Minimum temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Watering
Keep the surface evenly moist during germination to prevent a crust that blocks seedlings. After emergence water deeply once the top two or three centimetres begin to dry. Alternating drought and heavy irrigation promotes split fibrous or excessively pungent roots while prolonged saturation causes rot. Water at soil level in the morning, mulch lightly after thinning, and avoid unnecessarily wetting leaves. In containers check moisture daily during warm periods without leaving water in the saucer.
Soil type
Prepare light deep loose well-drained soil screened to remove stones clods and debris that distort roots. Slightly acidic to neutral pH around 6.0–7.0 is suitable. Incorporate only a moderate amount of mature compost; fresh manure and excess nitrogen produce excessive foliage and forked or poor-quality roots. Work the bed when neither sticky nor dusty and avoid walking on the row. In heavy soil use a raised bed or sufficiently deep container. Rotate away from other Brassicaceae.
Fertilization
Before sowing incorporate only a moderate amount of mature compost if soil is poor or very sandy. Raxe radish grows in approximately 27 days and needs little feeding: excess nitrogen mainly produces foliage, delays root formation, and may reduce quality. Avoid fresh manure and never place concentrated fertilizer directly against seed or young roots. If a soil test confirms a deficiency apply a light dose of balanced root-vegetable fertilizer according to its label, then water. In fresh pre-enriched potting mix no additional feeding is normally needed during this very short cycle.
Seasonal care
From spring through autumn make small sowings every two or three weeks while weather remains cool. Keep the surface moist until emergence, then thin early to approximately 5 cm without disturbing retained plants. Weed shallowly and protect young leaves from flea beetles with insect netting if needed. Also monitor slugs aphids caterpillars and rots. Pause sowing during strong heat if roots become fibrous or excessively pungent. Begin inspecting near 23 days, harvest around 27 days, and remove diseased Brassicaceae residues.
Container growing
A controlled environment.
Recommended pot size
10 to 15 L (2½ to 4 gal), at least 25 to 30 cm deep
Use a broad 10–15 L container at least 15–20 cm deep with several drainage holes. Fill with light loose stone-free well-drained potting mix. Sow approximately 1 cm deep then thin to approximately 5 cm so round roots develop without competition. Place in full sun during cool weather or light partial shade during warm periods. Maintain even moisture without standing water and rotate for balanced light. Make small staggered sowings and harvest near 27 days to free space for the next batch.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
White to pale pink
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Herbaceous rosette
Growth rate
Very fast in cool weather
Bloom period
Branched stalk bearing white to pinkish flowers if the root is allowed to bolt
Fruiting
No culinary fruit; round to slightly oval red root harvested young
Harvest
Begin checking near 23–25 days and generally harvest around 27 days. Gently uncover a sample root shoulder to assess colour and size, then lift once firm crisp and still tender. Harvest progressively without waiting for perfect row uniformity. Roots left too long may become pithy fibrous split or excessively pungent. Remove tops, cool promptly, and discard any root that is soft mouldy slimy or abnormal-smelling.
Garden associations
What to plant with it.
Good companions
Parsley, carrot, onion, bean
Avoid planting with
Hyssop, cabbage
Crudités, salads, colourful garnishes, bunches, and quick roasting
From the garden to inspiration.
Crisp Raxe radish salad — Scrub and rinse firm roots carefully, remove tops, then slice thinly. Combine with cucumber herbs a squeeze of lemon and a small pinch of salt immediately before serving. Sound young tops may be washed and cooked in soup or pesto. Refrigerate ingredients and leftovers within two hours and discard any soft mouldy or slimy root.
Frequently asked questions
Everything toknow.
Raxe combines a fast approximately 27-day cycle with red round to slightly oval roots that are generally uniform and crisp. This combination makes it practical for successive sowings, small gardens, and containers. The fiche does not guarantee precise yield uniform diameter or particular disease resistance because those details are unconfirmed for this lot.
Maintain even moisture without saturating soil and harvest promptly, generally near 27 days. Drought followed by heavy watering promotes splitting and strong flavour; prolonged heat also makes flesh more fibrous. Thin to approximately 5 cm, use loose stone-free soil, and avoid excess nitrogen. Cool roots promptly after harvest and separate tops.
Begin checking near 23–25 days and generally harvest around 27 days. Uncover a root shoulder to assess colour and size, then lift a sample. Pick once firm crisp and still tender. Do not wait until it becomes pithy highly fibrous split or excessively pungent. Progressive harvest is better than waiting for complete row uniformity.
Yes. Use a broad well-drained 10–15 L container at least 15–20 cm deep. Fill with light stone-free potting mix, sow 1 cm deep, then thin to approximately 5 cm. Place in sun during cool weather and maintain even moisture without standing water. Make several small sowings rather than one dense row and harvest near 27 days to free the container.
