1# EARLY SCARLET GLOBE RADISH

Early Scarlet Globe Radish Seed (Raphanus sativus) is a classic, fast‑growing spring radish known for its bright red skin, crisp white flesh, and mild, slightly peppery flavor.

🌱 Variety Overview

• Type: Spring radish

• Root Shape: Round, globe‑shaped

• Size: 1–1½ inches across

• Color: Scarlet red skin, white interior

• Days to Maturity: 20–25 days

• Flavor: Mild, crisp, lightly spicy

• Use: Fresh eating, salads, garnishes, sandwiches

✅ Why Grow Early Scarlet Globe

• Extremely fast maturity

• Consistent size and shape

• Excellent flavor when harvested young

• Ideal for cool‑season gardens

• Great for beginners and children’s gardens

This is one of the most popular radishes for home gardens.

🌤️ Growing Conditions

• Season: Cool‑season crop

• Sun: Full sun to light shade

• Soil: Loose, well‑drained soil

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0

• Temperature: Best growth at 50–70°F

⚠️ Heat causes pithy roots and strong flavor.

🌾 Planting Instructions

• When to Plant:

  • Early spring as soon as soil can be worked

  • Late summer for fall harvest

  • Can be succession‑planted every 7–10 days

• How to Plant:

  • Depth: ½ inch

  • Spacing: 1 inch apart

  • Rows: 12 inches apart

👉 Thin promptly to avoid misshapen roots.

💧 Care & Maintenance

• Keep soil evenly moist for best texture

• Drought stress causes strong flavor

• Minimal fertilization needed

• Weed early—radishes grow quickly but compete poorly

🥗 Harvesting

• Harvest when roots are firm and 1–1½ inches wide

• Don’t wait too long—overgrown roots become woody

• Leaves are edible and can be used like greens

🌿 Companion Plants

• Lettuce

• Carrots

• Spinach

• Peas

Avoid planting near cabbage family crops to reduce pest pressure.