Radish Glossary
Radish-specific terms:
Daikon – A larger variety of radish that is popular in Japanese and Chinese cuisine. Daikon is a longer-growing winter crop, but not exclusively. There are four …
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Resources about Radishes
Radish-specific resources:
Penn State’s Plant Village: Provides a comprehensive look at growing radishes.
https://plantvillage.psu.edu/topics/radish/infos
Cornell University: Provides some basic plant characteristics and growing information on radishes.
http://www.gardening.cornell.edu/homegardening/scene341b.html
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension School: …
Health Benefits and Home Remedies of Radishes
Radishes aren’t particularly high in nutrients, but they do provide a platform for people to use when they are adjusting to healthier eating habits, like reducing refined carbohydrates and breads. …
Nutrition Facts about Radishes
Radishes are low in calories and carbohydrates, and high in fiber, making them a popular alternative to starches on low carbohydrate diets. Additionally, they are high in vitamin C and …
Miyashige Radish
For a daikon stunner, try the large white Miyashige radish. This winter radish takes up to 60 days from seed to harvest, but it can be stored for eight weeks …
Early Scarlet Globe Radish
A quintessential red globe radish, the Early Scarlet Globe radish is one of the most popular varieties of radishes. They are early to plant, early to harvest, and produces small …
Bartender Mammoth Radish
Bartender Mammoth radishes, a spring radish, look like pink carrots and grow about 9 inches long at their optimal length. Like carrots they are often served with dip or hummus …
French Breakfast Radish
French Breakfast radishes are long, crunchy, red spring radishes with white tips and mild flavor. This variety grows quickly.
Days to maturity
30 days
Sun Exposure
Full sun in spring/fall …
Watermelon Radish
Watermelon radish is a ball-shaped, gently sweet, and less peppery winter radish that features white skin and a bright pink interior reminiscent of a watermelon.
Days to maturity
60 …
Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Radishes
Tending to your radishes or cooking with radishes means having the right tools to do the job in both the garden and the kitchen. …
