DESCRIPTION
Unusual, large white 3-4" round roots have deep green shoulders that fade to creamy white outside with a sunburst of intense watermelon red in the center. Delicious flesh is extremely mild, sweet with a hint of pepper and crispy. Early harvest of smaller roots provides best color and mildest flavor. Vigorous tops make harvesting easy. Excellent in salads, as a garnish, cooked, fermented or pickled. Very popular at gourmet restaurants and Fresh Markets.
CLASSIFICATIONS
OPEN POLLINATED
Pollination occurs by insect, bird, wind, humans, or other natural mechanisms. Because there are no restrictions on the flow of pollen between individuals, open-pollinated plants are more genetically diverse. However, as long as pollen is not shared between different varieties within the same species, then the seed produced will remain true-to-type year after year.
VEGETABLE SEED AND PLANTING GUIDE
Direct Seed (100 Ft.) | Distance Apart In Row After Thinning | Space Between Rows | Planting Depth |
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1 Oz. | 1" | 12-18" | 1/4-1/2" |
* This is an estimated guide. Conditions may vary considerably due to location.
ESTIMATED DAYS TO MATURITY
29 days
APPROXIMATE SEED COUNT
- 2,625 per Oz.
- 42,000 per Lb.
COMPANIONS
- Bean
- Carrot
- Cucumber
- Lettuce
- Melon
- Pea
ALLIES
- Chervil and nasturtium improve growth and flavor