Radish Red Meat Watermelon produces large, round roots measuring about 2–4 inches across, with a plain green-white exterior that reveals a striking dark pink interior when sliced. This Non-GMO heirloom has a sweet, mild flavor that becomes especially appealing in cool weather. Sow it as a summer-to-fall crop for the best root development, color, and flavor, then harvest the crisp roots for salads, pickles, garnishes, and colorful kitchen projects.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 1/26. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%.

Why Choose Radish Red Meat Watermelon?

• Striking Interior Color: Slice through the plain exterior to reveal a vivid dark pink center with dramatic visual appeal.
• Sweet, Mild Flavor: Enjoy a crisp root with a gentler flavor than many standard radishes.
• Impressive Size: Grow round roots about 2–4 inches in diameter with plenty of flesh for fresh eating.
• Fall Garden Favorite: Cool weather helps develop the best flavor and color.
• Pickling Friendly: Preserve the vibrant pink color in quick pickles and other tested recipes.
• Heirloom and Open-Pollinated: Grow a traditional variety and save seed from properly isolated plants.
• Non-GMO Seeds: Grow a traditional variety without genetic engineering.

Planting Tips for Success

• Timing: Sow in summer through early fall, generally July through September, for the best root development. Spring planting can trigger bolting before the roots mature.
• Sunlight: Choose full sun with at least 6 hours of direct light daily.
• Soil: Use loose, well-drained soil with a target pH of about 6.0–7.0. Remove rocks and hard clods so roots can form evenly.
• Planting Depth: Direct sow about ½ inch deep. Radishes are best sown in place rather than transplanted.
• Spacing: Sow about 2 inches apart, then thin to 4–6 inches so the roots have room to size up.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist to reduce cracking and pithy roots.
• Temperature: Cooler weather can improve sweetness and deepen the interior color.
• Fertilizing: Use light, low-nitrogen fertility. Excess nitrogen can promote leafy tops at the expense of roots.
• Harvesting: Begin checking roots around 50 days and harvest promptly when they reach the size you prefer. Over-mature roots can become pithy.

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Cooking Methods

• Raw in Salads: Slice thinly to show off the pink center and add crisp, mild flavor.
• Pickled: Quick-pickle in vinegar with salt, sugar, ginger, or other favorite seasonings.
• Roasted: Halve and roast until tender to mellow the flavor and bring out natural sweetness.
• Stir-Fried: Slice and cook briefly with garlic, sesame oil, or other vegetables for a colorful side dish.
• Garnish: Use thin rounds or julienne strips on tacos, grain bowls, ramen, and snack boards.
• Fermented: Use in a tested kimchi or vegetable-fermentation recipe for color and mild radish flavor.

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Grow crisp, sweet Watermelon Radishes with a dramatic pink center for fresh eating, pickling, and fall harvests.

Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested watermelon radish rather than planting seeds. Per 1 cup (116g) raw sliced radish:

• Calories: 19
• Total Fat: 0.1g (0% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 45mg (2% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 3.9g (1% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 1.9g (7% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 2.2g
• Protein: 0.8g
• Vitamin C: 17.2mg (19% Daily Value)
• Folate: 29mcg (7% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 270mg (6% Daily Value)

Percent Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutritional values are estimates for harvested roots from mature radish plants.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Sow this variety from summer through fall for proper root development. Harvest promptly at maturity to help prevent pithiness. Results vary with growing conditions and climate.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored radish seeds may remain viable for 4–5 years.
• Planting Zones: Grow as a cool-season annual in all USDA zones. In warmer Zones 9–11, use local conditions to time fall and winter sowings.

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