German Beer Radishes, German Beer Radish Seeds, Bier Garten Radishes, Bier Garten Radish Seeds, Muncher Bier Radishes, Muncher Bier Radish Seeds, Munchener Bier Radishes, Munchener Bier Radish Seeds, Runder Schwarzer Radishes, Runder Schwarzer Radish Seeds

52 days. Raphanus sativus. Open Pollinated. German Beer Radish. The plant produces excellent yields of 6" long radishes. They are crispy and mildly pungent. Great for snacking with your favorite beverage. To reduce the heat, peel off the outer layer of the skin. Cut into thin slices and eat as a delicious snack or grate some for adding to dips and salads. Best planted in summer for fall harvest. Also known as Bier Garten Radish, Muncher Bier Radish, Runder Schwarzer Radish, and Munchener Bier Radish. Excellent choice for home gardens. An heirloom variety from the Bavarian region of Germany. Disease Resistant: CR.

Lot No: 199033-OG

Germination: 94%

Test Date: 03/24

Seeds Per Pound: 24,000

Plant Height: Roots

Planting Season: Spring/Fall

Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun/Partial Shade

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Radishes
Beta vulgaris

Seed Depth

Soil Temp. for Germination

Days to Germination

Sunlight Requirements

Planting Time

1/4 - 1/2"

N/A

3 to 10 days

Partial Shade/Full Sun

Spring/Fall

USDA Hardiness Zone

Seed Spacing

Row Spacing

Space After Thinning

Days to Harvest

N/A

1 - 2"

18"

4"

20 - 35 days

Radish Seed Planting Information:

Plant seeds outdoors directly in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked. Radish roots do not grow well in hot summer, so plant early spring or in the fall. Plant successive plantings every few weeks to have a steady supply of radishes. Plant 3 - 4 weeks before last frost in spring, and 6 weeks before first frost in fall. Plants are 2" to 6" tall.

Soil Requirements:

Requires loose fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.

Water Requirements:

Keep soil uniformly moist and from drying out.

Fertilizer Requirements:

Use RootBlast, Vegetable Alive, and Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Periodically apply Miracle Gro.

Harvest Tips:

Dig or pull roots when they are mature. If left in ground too long, they will crack and taste bitter.

CR – Clubroot

Scientific Name: Plasmodiophora brassicae

Type: Fungus

Clubroot

Clubroot is a world-wide fungal soil-borne disease that affects the growth of cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, radishes, rutabaga, tomatoes, and turnips. This disease can cause severe crop yields and total crop loss. The fungus infects the plant through root hairs or wounds. Symptoms include wilting and yellowing of leaves. Young plants are stunted and may die. The roots are usually swollen and distorted (clubbed). The disease is spread by farm equipment, wind, and water. The infected plants should be removed and burned to avoid further infestation. The disease is favorable when temperatures are 54-81 F and usually occur when soil is moist. The disease is primarily associated with acid soils. Plan on using a 7 year crop rotation and avoid planting in the same location, year after year, as the disease can survive in the soil up to 20 years. Use proper weed control techniques. Proper tillage practices may be helpful in managing the disease. It is essential that hydrated lime be added each year to the soil unless the soil pH exceeds 7.5. Thoroughly clean equipment after working in a field. Plant crops in well drained soil. The best option is to use disease resistant varieties.