{"product_id":"radish-red-meat-watermelon-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Radish Red Meat Watermelon 1000 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(239, 11, 11);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadish Red Meat Watermelon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e produces large, round radishes measuring 2–4 inches in diameter, distinguished by their plain green-white exterior that conceals a stunning dark pink interior that resembles a watermelon slice. This variety features a remarkably sweet, mild flavor that sets it apart from sharp-tasting standard radishes — the flavor and color both intensify with cooler temperatures. An important note: \u003cstrong\u003eWatermelon Radish is a summer-to-fall sowing variety and will bolt (go to seed prematurely) if planted in spring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow July through September for best results. Ready to harvest in approximately 50 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 89, 27);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 1\/26. WILL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Radish Red Meat Watermelon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Interior Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain exterior conceals a vibrant dark pink ‘watermelon’ center — a showstopping reveal when sliced that makes every dish visually dramatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet, Mild Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Far sweeter and milder than standard radishes — crisp and refreshing with color that intensifies in cooler fall temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows 2–4 inches in diameter — substantially larger than standard radishes, with more flesh per root.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall Garden Star:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the best cool-season radish varieties for fall harvests — flavor and color peak after light frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for Pickling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant pink color holds beautifully when pickled — striking as a condiment or garnish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations for at least 75 years — save seeds year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6 hours per day for best root development and color intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Remove rocks and hard clods to allow uniform round root development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSow summer to fall only — July through September.\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring planting causes bolting before roots develop. Direct sow ½ inch deep. Do not transplant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 2 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart. Thin to 4–6 inches once established — crowding causes small, misshapen roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist — inconsistent watering causes cracking and pithy roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flavor and color peak in cool weather. A light frost enhances sweetness — one of the best radishes for late fall harvesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply low-nitrogen fertilizer at planting. Avoid high nitrogen which promotes tops over root development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready in approximately 50 days. Pull when 2–3 inches in diameter. Over-mature roots become pithy — harvest promptly. Roots keep well in the refrigerator for 2–3 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David’s Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David’s Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David’s Garden Seeds® holds a valid Vegetable Seed License, ensuring our seeds meet state and federal quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw in Salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice thin for maximum visual impact — the pink rings are stunning against green salad leaves and require no embellishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick-pickle in rice wine vinegar with salt, sugar, and ginger for a brilliantly pink condiment that holds its color beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast halved at 400°F for 20–25 minutes — roasting mellows the flavor and caramelizes natural sugars for a surprisingly sweet result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-Fried:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice and stir-fry briefly in sesame oil with garlic for a quick, colorful side dish used throughout Asian cuisines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarnish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice thin rounds or julienne for a striking garnish on tacos, grain bowls, ramen, and charcuterie boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKimchi:\u003c\/strong\u003e A popular substitute for standard daikon in kimchi preparations, adding both color and mild sweetness to the ferment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003eOrder Watermelon Radish Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own stunning Watermelon Radish in your summer and fall gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplies to harvested watermelon radish (not planting seeds). 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