German Giant
Radish · Round
Raphanus sativus var. sativus
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Brassicaceae (Mustard family) · Genus: Raphanus
About
Large, globe-shaped radishes, 1 1/2" across with crimson skin and mild white flesh.
Characteristics
Color
Red
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Origin
German
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Germination
4–6 days
at 40–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
29 days
Fruit Size
1.5 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
4-6 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5 in
Seed Spacing
2 in
Row Spacing
6 in
Thin To
2 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
45–90 °F
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Soil Temp
40–95 °F
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Air Temp
20–80 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Sow in well-worked soil after danger of frost in early spring, again in late summer for fall crop. In frost-free areas, sow in the fall. Sow thinly in rows about 6" apart. Cover with 1/2" of fine soil; firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 4-6 days. Thin to stand about 2" apart.
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