Watermelon (Winter) Radish Seeds

Watermelon (Winter) Radish Seeds grow a striking winter radish with consistent sweet, tender flesh and a brilliant magenta interior. As the name hints, slicing through the greeny-white skin reveals smooth, bright rose flesh. It sizes up to a robust 2.5 inch diameter in just 45 days, and at full maturity the 4-inch round roots store for months and keep their vibrant color even when cooked.

At a glance

• Variety: Watermelon winter radish
• Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO winter keeper
• Roots: Greeny-white skin, magenta-rose flesh, up to 4 inches round
• Days to maturity: About 45 days
• Sun: Full sun
• Planting depth: 1/4 inch
• Spacing: 2 to 4 inches apart after thinning
• Seasons: Spring or fall, best sown early to mid-August

Best for

• Colorful fresh slices and salads
• Roasting and stir-fries
• Winter root-cellar storage
• Garnishes and crudite
• Fall and cool-season gardens

How to grow

Sow 1/4 inch deep in spring or fall, in single rows or a solid-seeded wide-row block, in full sun. For winter keepers, sow in early to mid-August. Thin to 2 to 4 inches apart and keep the bed weed-free with adequate moisture. Harvest at full maturity for storage.

Flavor profile

Mild and sweet with crisp, tender flesh, holding its color and sweetness even after cooking.

About Papaws Garden Supply

Papaws Garden Supply is a family-minded seed and garden company helping the next generation to grow with nature, offering heirloom and certified seed stock for home growers.