Radish - Icicle (long white) - 100 seeds

Icicle Long White Radish

Indoor Sowing

• Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date.
• Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/2 inch deep, 1-2 seeds per cell.
• Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 50-65°F.
• Seedlings should emerge in 5-7 days.
• Once seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to one per cell.
• Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are 3-4 inches tall and have at least two sets of true leaves.

Outdoor Sowing

• Sow seeds directly into the garden 2-4 weeks before the last expected frost date.
• Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil that has been amended with compost.
• Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 1-2 inches apart in rows spaced 12-18 inches apart.
• Keep the soil moist and weed-free.
• Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall, leaving 2-3 inches between plants.

Growing

• Icicle Long White Radish prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
• Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
• Protect young seedlings from pests, such as flea beetles, by covering with a floating row cover.
• Harvest radishes when they are about 6 inches long and have reached their full size.
• Store harvested radishes in a cool, moist place, such as the refrigerator.