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Radish Sparkler Seeds

Radish Sparkler Seeds

1 Packet (Approx 400 Seeds )

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The Radish Sparkler is a visually appealing radish variant known for its bright red, round roots with a white tip, mild flavour, and crisp flesh, making it a delightful addition to salads
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Characteristics

Appearance

The Sparkler Radish boasts bright red, round roots with a distinguishing white tip. Its attractive appearance enhances the visual appeal of salad plates.

Taste Profile

With a mild flavour and crisp flesh, the Sparkler Radish is primarily used to add a fresh, crunchy element to summer salads.

Yield

When sown from March to September, the Sparkler Radish matures in about 4 weeks. Successional sowing every few weeks ensures a constant harvest throughout the growing season.

Growth Type

It's a fast-germinating, non-transplanting radish variety that grows best when sown thinly in well-cultivated soil, with a sowing to cropping time of 3-6 weeks.

Cultivation Environment

The Sparkler Radish thrives in cool, moist positions and requires ample watering in dry weather conditions, making it suitable for the UK's varying weather conditions.

Reliability

Its fast germination and straightforward cultivation requirements make the Sparkler Radish a reliable choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Cultivation Notes

Sow thinly in shallow drills at a depth of about 1 to 1.5cm, with rows spaced 15-30cm apart. No transplanting or thinning is necessary if sown carefully. Ensure the soil is warm, moist, and weed-free before sowing. For sweet, crisp roots, water well during dry periods.

  • Plant Hight / Spread

    Height: 15cm Width: 10cm

  • Positioning

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Hardy

  • Ideal Location

    Outside beds

In Summary:The Radish Sparkler is a charming, easy-to-grow radish variant, popular for its bright red and white-tipped round roots. Its mild flavour and crisp texture make it a favoured addition to salads. Sown from March to September, it matures in about 4 weeks, offering a reliable and continuous harvest with regular successional sowing. It thrives in cool, moist positions and requires ample watering during dry weather, aligning well with the UK's gardening conditions.