DESCRIPTION
RHS Award
Cherry Belle, much like their name are cherry shaped and cherry coloured. They contain a pure crisp white flesh which is slow to go pithy and woody and can boast a delicious mild flavour.
The thought of sowing radish seeds brings back childhood memories for countless gardeners who were given the vegetable to grow as an introduction to gardening, because of its ease to grow. Nowadays there is a vast range of radish and they taste beautiful when sliced in salads or taken whole on a picnic as a snack.
Pack size: 1200 Seeds
WHEN TO SOW
March to September
WHERE TO SOW
Sow thinly in shallow drills 1.5cm (1/2in) deep with 15-30cm (6-12in) between the rows. During hot weather water the base of the seed drills first before sowing seeds and covering with dry soil.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Radish plants do not require transplanting and if sown carefully , thinning is not necessary. Sow a few seeds in any spare areas for a quick crop.
MATURITY
4 weeks after sowing
HANDY TIP
This variety can be sown under cloches for an earlier crop. Water regular to avoid split roots.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
Rich in vitamin C and potassium. Contains beneficial sulphur compounds.