8-12 Days to microgreen harvest. Raphanus Raphanistrum Sativus. White Stem Radish Seeds. Annual, Open Pollinated, Heirloom. This variety of radish is grown to be harvested as microgreens, and generally isn't grown to full maturity. The seedlings have crisp white stems with green leaves. They are quick growing, crisp, tender, and have a nice flavor and pungency. Approximately 3,000 seeds / oz. Radish Seeds - White Stem - Microgreens Download Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF Latin Name: Raphanus raphanistrum sativus Days to Maturity: 8-12 days to harvest as microgreens Days to Germination: 2 Days Seeding Depth: 1/8 inches Plant Width: 1 inches Row Spacing: 2-3 inches Plant Height: 3-4" (microgreens) Growth Habit: small white stems with crisp green leaves Soil Preference: Fertile, well-drained, preferably 5.6-6.2 pH but this variety is tolerant outside that range. Temperature Preference: 50-75°F Light Preference: Full sun Pests and Disease: When growing in the garden, flea beetles and cabbage maggots will eat baby radish leaves. Diseases are not generally a problem outdoors due to the short growing time. If growing indoors, ensure that the environment is dry to avoid any mold problems. White Stem Radish Color: The White Stem radish microgreen has white stems, and round green leaves White Stem Radish Flavor: This radish is peppery and spicy, and makes a great addition to salads. How to Grow White Stem Radishes For large microgreens or salad greens, wash the seeds thoroughly before planting, and scatter the White Stem Radish seeds over the soil. Cover with a thin layer of good soil. Keep your microgreens covered until they have sprouted through the thin layer of soil. If covering with a paper towel, you should be able to pull the towel away without the new sprouts sticking to it. Allow to sit in an area with plenty of light. If growing as a garden radish sow after last frost for spring planting, or in early fall for a fall harvest. Cool weather is important, if you live in a warm area, avoid midsummer planting. Keep the soil moist, and water from ground level. Smaller greens can be grown indoors. This helps for both the size and for temperature control. NOTE: Microgreens need to mature in darkness, so keep them covered for a few days, then ensure that they get 10 hours of full sunlight per day, or use grow lights. Harvesting White Stem Radishes Harvest these delicious microgreens about 8-12 days after planting. Harvest by cutting with scissors when the seedlings reach 3 or 4 inches tall. Culinary Tips This spicy microgreen is great for use with salads, soups, sushi or added as an edible garnish - especially with sashimi! It makes a nice addition to any sandwich. Seeds Per Package: 5 g packet - Approximately 500 Seeds 1 oz - Approximately 3,000 Seeds 4 oz - Approximately 12,000 Seeds 1 lb - Approximately 48,000 Seeds 5 lb - Approximately 240,000 Seeds 25 lb - Approximately 1,200,000 Seeds
