PlantFiles: Globe Radish
Raphanus sativus 'Cherry Belle'

I've been growing these this spring---for use in salads and as marker plants interspersed among parsley and other slow-germinating seeds. They're as easy to grow as they come: simply sow moderately thickly (say a couple of seeds per inch---but probably no more than that, as germination tends to be high if you're using good seed), thin to an inch apart when plants are about two inches high, mulch, then wait a short time until harvest. The only minor issues I've had are flea beetles and slugs, but have had good luck controlling these with sprinklings of diatomaceous earth and wood ashes. These fast-growing vegetables will sometimes split---especially after a bout of wet weather---, but the damage is aesthetic and does no harm to taste. (See Farmerdill's photo above for an example of this.) Flavor and texture are excellent---crisp and mild, with only a bit of heat; however, I've noticed the degree of heat can vary a bit from radish to radish. Young thinnings make a good addition to salads and older leaves may be cooked.

Fast grower. Enjoyable mild peppery flavor. I like the leaves of this plant the most, for it is excellent sauteed or used in soups.

Not a strong flavor but definitely a nice, peppery taste. Easy, fast grower.

A quick maturing round red European type radish. Dependable performer and 7-10 days earlier than Sparkler or Ping Pong. Competitive with Early Scarlet Globe, but not quite as uniform.

This is your standard little round red radish. Fast germination and grows quickly. Seemed to have decent holding qualities, although I kept them pretty well picked so I didn't push it too much.

This is a mild, delicious radish. I find it easy to grow in cool weather here in New Mexico. One of my favorites.

These have a good taste, not too strong, and grow quickly. The only problem is the slugs taking bites out, and some cracking, otherwise they are maintainance free.