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29 days. Raphanus sativus. Open Pollinated. Parat German Giant Radish. This early maturing plant produces excellent yields of 1 ½ to 4” diameter red radishes. They call this radish giant because they can grow up to 6" in diameter. They are crisp and mild. They stay very mild even when very large. Regardless of size, the roots remain sweet and crisp with no cracking. Perfect for salads, vegetable platters, gourmet dishes, dips, and garnishes. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. An heirloom variety from Germany.
Lot No: 101302
Germination: 94%
Test Date: 11/2024
Seeds Per Pound: 40,000
Plant Height: Roots
Planting Season: Spring/Fall
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Plant seeds outdoors directly in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked. Radish roots do not grow well in hot summer, so plant in early spring or in the fall. Plant successive plantings every few weeks to have a steady supply of radishes. Plant 3 - 4 weeks before the last frost in spring, and 6 weeks before the first frost in fall. Plants are 2" to 6" tall.
Requires loose fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply mulch, grass clippings, or straw around the base of the plant.
Requires loose fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.
Keep soil uniformly moist and from drying out.
Use Slow Release (6 Month) Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Apply Miracle Gro Liquid Fertilizer periodically.
Dig or pull roots when they are mature. If left in the ground too long, they will crack and taste bitter.