The Lady Slipper Radish is sort of slipper-shaped, hence the name. It is a lovely bright pink color that is unusual, quite spicy, and resistant to cracking.

300 seeds

PLANTING

Raphanus sativus

Germination:5-7 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 60-75F.

Seed Sowing Depth:1/2″ deep

Sowing Outdoors:Startingin early spring. Sow 1/2-1″ apart, thin to 1-2″ apart, soon after theseedlings emerge.

How much does a packet plant:18-24foot single row

Harvest:3-4 weeks after planting at 1 in diameter, pull them promptly as they rapidly decline, becoming tough and pithy

Tips:Lady Slipper Radish needs rapid growth for optimum results.Provided fertile soil and consistent moisture. For a continuous harvest make successive plantings every 7-10 days when the weather is still cool.