Pinkie Radish

Pinkie Radish Seeds: Cute, Fast-Growing Pink Treats for Small Gardens

Discover the delightful Pinkie Radish, a little treat that delivers a quick and colorful harvest even in small garden spaces. This variety develops charming 1-inch round pink roots in a mere 25 days! Pinkie radishes thrive in cool weather, making them an excellent choice for northern climates and the cool seasons of spring and fall. Their fast growth and compact size make them ideal for container gardening and maximizing space. Enjoy a continuous supply of these crisp and mild radishes by planting a new crop every two weeks.

• Cute 1-Inch Round Pink Roots:
  • Produces adorable, perfectly round radishes with a vibrant pink exterior.
  • An attractive and cheerful addition to your garden and your plate.
• Ready in Just 25 Days!
  • One of the fastest-maturing radish varieties, providing a super quick and rewarding harvest.
  • Perfect for impatient gardeners and succession planting.
• Great for Small Spaces:
  • Their compact growth habit makes them ideal for small gardens, raised beds, and container gardening on patios and balconies.
• Thrives in Cool Weather:
  • Performs best in cool conditions, making them well-suited for spring and fall planting in most regions, including the cooler parts of the growing season (late fall to early spring).
• Continuous Harvest with Bi-Weekly Planting:
  • Planting a new crop every two weeks ensures a steady supply of fresh Pinkie radishes throughout the cooler seasons.
• Rich History of Round Radishes:
  • While elongated radishes were cultivated in Oriental nations, delicate round varieties like Pinkie were largely developed by Dutch and French growers.
• Growing Information:
  • Latin Name: Raphanus sativus
  • Type: Open Pollinated, Cool Season
  • USDA Zones: 3-12 (widely adaptable, but timing is key).
  • Seeds per Ounce: Approximately 2,500
  • Planting Method: Direct Sow
  • Sunlight: Full Sun
  • Height: Approximately 9 inches (foliage).
  • Color: Pink (root).
  • Days to Maturity: Approximately 25 days.
  • Harvest Size: 1 inch in diameter.
• Sowing Instructions:
  • Direct sow the first crop in rich, deeply worked-up soil about four weeks before the last expected spring frost.
  • Plant seeds about 1/2 inch deep and 1 inch apart.
  • Thin seedlings to 2-3 inches apart or more for slightly larger radishes.
  • For a continuous harvest, plant a new crop every two weeks during the cool seasons.
  • Avoid planting in the heat of midsummer.
  • For a fall crop and potential winter harvest in milder climates, plant about two months before the first expected fall frost.
•  Growing Tips:
  • Radishes thrive in consistently moist soil with added organic matter like compost.
  • Do not allow the soil to dry out, but also avoid overwatering to prevent splitting.
• Harvesting:
  • Pinkie radishes taste best when harvested at about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Harvest promptly once they reach this size to maintain their crispness and mild flavor.
• Seed Saving (Important for Open-Pollinated):
  • To save seeds, isolate them from other radish varieties by at least half a mile.
  • Allow the plant to mature, flower, and form seed pods fully.
  • Harvest brown, dry pods and allow them to dry further.
  • Thresh seeds by hand or by crushing the pods.
  • Store Pinkie radish seeds in a cool, dry place for up to five years.