Radish : Poloneza (Heritage)

Vegetable

• Crops in : 30-35 days

Description

A 'sparkler'’ type of summer radish producing round, red-skinned roots with a white splash at the root end. Mild, crisp, white flesh which may show some pink tinge, and free from pithiness. Suitable for earlier sowings under glass as well as outdoors. Quick maturing and resists bolting.

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Sowing Instructions

Sow February to March under glass, April to August outdoors, at 4 week intervals. Sow seed thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 2.5cm (1in) apart.

Aftercare

Keep plants cool and moist to prevent running to seed. Water ground regularly, especially during dry periods.

Kitchen Notes

Ideal for dipping with cream cheese, etc.