Harvesting Radishes – Pretty In Pink

Posted on 25. May, 2010 by Tracey in My Veg Plot

I grow radishes every year just because they are quick growers. I’ve been experimenting with growing different varieties so I can get the taste right for me. I prefer the milder taste radishes but previous attempts from Scarlet Globe and French Breakfast have been a bit too hot to handle!

This year I think I’ve cracked it with the radish variety Pink Beauty. It has a very mild taste with great crunch and wateriness, I’ve used them sliced in stir-frys and salads already from my couple of harvests in the past few days and they add a different texture and colour to the dishes. I’ll definitely be growing them again.

Reasons Why You Should Grow Radishes

They are one of the quickest and easiest vegetable to grow,
They have a long sowing period from February to September,
Radishes only take between 4 to 6 weeks to grow,
They can be grown in hanging baskets, window box, pots or beds,
They come in a variety of different colours – red, white, pink,
They come in a variety of different tastes – very mild to hot,
Radishes can be grown amongst other larger vegetables or under bean poles,
They make a fresh and crunchy addition to salads on sunny days,
Knowing you have grown them yourself,
From Plot to Plate in less than 60 seconds!

Radishes Pink Beauty

Radish Harvest in 4 weeks

Red Radish

Photos from Left to Right: Radishes – Pink Beauty, French Breakfast and Scarlet Globe.

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