Organic 'Early Scarlet Globe' radish
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Organic 'Early Scarlet Globe' radish (Raphanus sativus), offered by seed company WH Perron
The 'Early Scarlet Globe' radish is an early and reliable variety, prized for its bright red, round roots and crisp, white flesh with a delicate flavor . Highly valued in the home garden, it reaches maturity in just 21 days from sowing , offering a quick and rewarding harvest. Its short, compact foliage makes it an excellent choice for dense planting and successive sowings. Harvested young, it remains tender, juicy, and free of bitterness.
Particularly well-suited to cooler climates , this radish is ideal for spring sowing and for planting alongside slower-growing vegetables to define rows in the vegetable garden. Easy to grow , it tolerates partial shade well and gives the best results when soil moisture is consistently maintained. Regular harvesting ensures optimal quality and a mild flavor.
Latin name: Raphanus sativus
Maturity: Annual
Germination: Rapid
Sowing temperature: 10 to 18 °C
Fruit shape: Round
Color: Bright red
Foliage: Short
Quantity per packet: Approximately 300 seeds
Formulation: Organic, naked seeds
Use: Vegetable garden, fast growing, successive sowing
Harvest: Approximately 21 days after sowing
Companion plants: Beetroot, carrot, curly endive, pumpkin, cucumber, squash, watercress, endive, bean, pea, lettuce, mint, parsley, onion
Nefarious plants: Chervil, turnip, potato
Cultivation method:
Sow 'Early Scarlet Globe' radishes directly in the garden in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. Make successive sowings each week to extend the harvest period. Sow in rows spaced 45 to 50 cm apart, then thin the seedlings to ensure good root development.
This variety prefers fertile, well-drained soil that is kept consistently moist . A lack of water can make the roots more pungent or fibrous. It tolerates partial shade , making it easy to integrate among other crops. Harvest the radishes as soon as they reach the desired size and avoid leaving them in the ground for too long.
Quick, simple and delicious!
Thanks to its rapid growth and ease of cultivation, the 'Early Scarlet Globe' radish is perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners. Ideal for successive sowings, it brings color, freshness, and immediate satisfaction to the vegetable garden. A must-have classic for a quick and successful harvest.
