CHINESE WINTER PINK RADISH NT
Raphanus sativus
Chinese winter rose radish is a winter radish variety with large, bright pink roots and white, slightly spicy flesh. Chinese winter rose radish is ideal in salads or eaten simply with salt, butter, and bread.
How to successfully sow Chinese winter rose radish
Sowing: light from June to August, broadcast in rows spaced 25 cm apart in loose, rich, fresh soil in a sunny location, then thin out to about 1 cm in the rows. Cover with 1 cm of potting soil. Pack lightly. Thin out.
Remove weeds as soon as they appear. Water frequently to prevent the radishes from becoming too prickly or overgrown.
Harvesting radishes
Harvesting takes place in the fall and radishes can be stored until winter.
Use the tops to make radish top soup.
