Radish ‘Carmen’ Seeds (Raphanus sativus) Add crisp, vibrant color to your garden with Radish ‘Carmen’ (Raphanus sativus). This fast-growing variety produces round, bright red roots with a mild, crunchy flavor, perfect for fresh salads, garnishes, and quick harvests. Easy to grow and reliable, it’s ideal for both kitchen gardens and raised beds. How to Grow Sow seeds directly outdoors from early spring to late summer. Use well-drained, fertile soil in full sun. Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep and thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist for best germination and growth (5–10 days). Harvest roots when fully formed but tender for best flavor. Key Features Round, bright red roots with mild, crunchy flavor Fast-growing and easy to cultivate Ideal for fresh salads, garnishes, and snacking Reliable and productive in temperate climates Suitable for successive sowing for continuous harvest Ideal For Kitchen gardens and raised beds Fresh salads, garnishes, and cooking Succession sowing for continuous harvest Adding vibrant color to vegetable beds Sowing Best time: Early spring to late summer outdoors Depth: 1–2 cm Spacing: Thin to 5–8 cm apart Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil Quick Tip Sow every 2–3 weeks for a steady supply of tender, colorful radishes throughout the season.