RADISH Seeds, Cherry Belle

Cherry Belle (Raphanus sativus 'Cherry Belle') is a fast-growing heirloom radish producing round, bright-red roots with crisp, mild white flesh. An All-America Selections winner and a classic choice for quick spring harvests.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Raphanus sativus 'Cherry Belle'
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated radish, AAS winner
• Days to maturity: about 22 to 30 days
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Spacing: 1 to 2 inches apart in rows 6 to 12 inches apart
• Planting depth: 1/2 inch

Best for

• Fresh eating and snacking
• Salads and slaws
• Garnishes and crudite
• Quick succession plantings
• Container and small-space gardens

How to grow

Direct sow 1/2 inch deep in loose, well-drained soil in cool weather. Thin seedlings early so roots can size up. Keep the soil evenly moist for fast, mild roots, and harvest promptly once they reach about an inch across, before they turn pithy. Sow every couple of weeks for a continuous supply.

Flavor profile

Crisp and mild with a gentle peppery bite.

About 99Heirlooms

99Heirlooms specializes in non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds chosen for flavor and reliability, so you can grow proven varieties and save seed season after season.

Sold by 99Heirlooms.com, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.