1. Rapid Red White Tipped
- Maturity: 25–30 days
- Features: A very early maturing European table-type variety with small, bright red roots and pure white flesh.
- Ideal for: Quick harvests and container gardening.
2. White Icicle
- Maturity: 25–30 days
- Features: A medium-short European table variety with 12–15 cm long roots, 2–3 cm in diameter.
- Ideal for: Cool-season cultivation and fresh consumption.
3. Radish Red Round
- Maturity: 30–35 days
- Features: Round, small, bright red radishes with a crispy texture; sustains cold temperatures.
- Ideal for: Salads and garnishes.
4. Pusa Chetki
- Maturity: 30–40 days
- Features: Early maturing variety suitable for sowing from April to August; roots are pure white and smooth.
- Ideal for: Main season and off-season cultivation.
5. Punjab Pasand
- Maturity: 45 days
- Features: Long, white, hairless roots; suitable for both main season and off-season sowing.
- Ideal for: High-yield farming in Punjab region.
Growing Tips for Radish
- Soil: Well-drained, loose soil with a pH between 5.8 and 6.8.
- Climate: Cool-season crop; optimal growth at 15–25°C.
- Sowing Time: Varies by variety; generally from April to December.
- Spacing: 3 inches apart (plant to plant) and 12 inches apart (line to line).
- Watering: Regular watering to maintain soil moisture.
- Harvesting: Depending on the variety, radishes are ready for harvest between 25 to 45 days after sowing.
Radishes are a nutritious addition to your garden, rich in vitamins and minerals. Their quick growth and adaptability make them suitable for various climatic conditions in India.
If you need further assistance or information on other vegetable seed varieties, feel free to ask!
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