Seeds of the best high-yielding radish varieties for open ground

Varieties for garden beds

Radish is a very popular annual crop among gardeners, widely grown in many countries across Europe and the rest of the world. It is a subspecies of the common radish. The plant's value lies in the formation of a juicy, cylindrical or round root. It is this distinctive root that gives the crop its name, as radix translates as "root."

Today, radishes are represented by a wide variety of species, which differ from each other in the following parameters:

• ripening periods;
• agricultural technology;
• description of root vegetables (shape, color, taste);
• region of growth.

This crop is found not only in garden beds but also in the wild. However, wild plants rarely produce roots, and if they do, they are whitish. Meanwhile, varieties intended for garden beds compete with each other in root size and color. Their roots can range from red, pink, and even purple.

In our country, gardeners value radishes for the following properties:

• frost resistance;
• early maturity;
• an excellent spicy taste, which is obtained due to the presence of mustard oil in the pulp of the vegetable;
• the ability to harvest over a long period of time (by sowing seeds of different varieties every week).

To get an excellent harvest, you need to select healthy radish seeds and the best varieties for growing outdoors. The most profitable species in terms of yield and cultivation will be discussed below.

Heat

An early-ripening variety, 'Zhara' roots reach technical maturity within 18-20 days after planting.

The variety produces vegetables with the following characteristics:

• shape – round;
• the surface of the skin is smooth;
• The outer skin color is red. A slight raspberry tint is possible;
• The flesh is juicy and dense. It is white in color. Cavities are not typical;
• the weight of one radish is about 30 g.

Zhary's roots have a pleasant flavor. They aren't particularly bitter, but they do have a slight spiciness. This variety ranks highly for its flavor. Therefore, this radish is suitable for slicing into salads, as well as eating fresh.

The variety has a good yield. One square meter of planting can yield up to 2.8 kg of vegetables.

This variety can be planted in plastic covers as well as in regular beds. "Zhara" was specifically bred for hot and warm regions. Therefore, it tolerates high temperatures well, but is less resistant to frost. Therefore, it is often grown under plastic covers. The plants have strong immunity to bolting and the most common diseases of this crop.

Double f1

This is also an early-ripening variety. The vegetables reach technical maturity approximately 23 days after planting. This hybrid can be planted both in spring and in the fall.

Dabel f1 produces a relatively large root vegetable compared to all other varieties. On average, a single radish measures about 4.5 cm in diameter and weighs up to 35 g. The above-ground portion of the plant is small.

The following characteristics are characteristic of the root crops of this variety:

• red color of the peel;
• The flesh is white and has a uniform consistency. It won't develop voids if the radish is overgrown;
• The radish has a medium spiciness to the taste;
• vegetables have excellent commercial qualities;
• long shelf life.

The harvest is a one-time process. With minimal cultivation, up to 400 plants can be grown per square meter. The yield per unit area depends on the planting density. Radishes are suitable for both commercial and home use. The variety can be grown in greenhouses or in regular garden beds.

When growing this hybrid, it is important to know that it has excellent resistance to cold and bolting.

The advantages of Dabel f1 include:

• compact socket;
• Frost resistance. The underground part of plants continues to develop even at low temperatures;
• rapid ripening;
• excellent appearance of fruits;
• large-fruited;
• high productivity.

To achieve a good harvest, hybrid care must incorporate all agricultural practices (tilling, watering, and fertilizing). However, seeds should also be sown in fertile, sandy loam soil. If the substrate is poor, the hybrid will not be able to produce large, tasty roots.

Red Giant

It was developed in the Far East. This variety has a mid-season maturity. From sowing the seeds to the formation of technically mature roots, it takes 34 to 50 days. This range in maturity is due to the varying climatic conditions of the growing region. This should be taken into account when planting this variety in your garden.

Today, the Red Giant is actively grown not only in Japan, but also in the European part of Russia and the North Caucasus.

As the plants grow, they form a large, spreading rosette. The resulting roots have the following characteristics:

• The skin is a rich red color with pinkish grooves visible on it;
• cylindrical, elongated shape of root crops;
• The flesh is white and retains its juiciness and density for a long period of time;
• the taste of vegetables is pungent;
• the radish is 13 cm long;
• The weight of one root vegetable varies between 45 and 80 g.

The Red Giant is known for its excellent yield. One square meter can yield up to 4.2 kg of delicious, high-quality radish. Under proper storage conditions (refrigerated storage), the harvest can retain its quality for up to four months.

This variety can be grown outdoors and has good bolting resistance.

Cherryette f1

Another early-ripening hybrid developed by Dutch breeders, Cheriet F1 can be harvested 18 days after the first shoots emerge. However, to achieve this, planting must be done only in favorable weather conditions and all necessary agricultural practices must be followed.

The hybrid can be grown outdoors in warmer climates. When planted in a greenhouse, it can yield fruit all year round.

The following properties are characteristic of the root crops of this variety:

• large sizes. The average diameter of vegetables is 6 cm;
• the shape of the radish is round;
• peel color - dark red;
• vegetables have a smooth surface;
• the pulp is dense and free of voids;
• excellent taste.

This hybrid is characterized by the formation of a low above-ground part. The plants are not prone to forming flower stalks.

Celeste f1

This variety is a hybrid whose roots reach technical maturity 23–25 days after sowing. Celeste f1 stands out from other varieties due to the excellent characteristics of its roots:

• The radish has a slightly elliptical shape;
• the surface of the vegetables is smooth;
• the skin is bright red;
• The flesh is dense and white. It is not prone to wilting or cracking;
• the taste of radish is pleasant with a slight spiciness;
• The vegetables are large. The average diameter of a radish is 5 cm.

The hybrid is grown both in film structures and in open-type beds.

Autumn Giant

Another early-ripening radish variety is the Autumn Giant. The ripened harvest can be harvested approximately 25-29 days after planting.

The variety's name perfectly reflects its main distinguishing feature and advantage: very large, white roots. The typical shape of this radish is ovoid. Due to its gigantic size, each vegetable weighs approximately 150 g and is approximately 8–10 cm long. The Autumn Giant's roots resemble daikon (a type of radish).

The flesh of the vegetables, like the outer skin, is white. It has a distinctive flavor and a delicate texture. Leaving ripe vegetables in the soil is not recommended. This will cause them to become tough and lose their flavor.

Under proper storage conditions, the harvest can last up to 5 months without losing its marketability or flavor. The flesh will only lose a slight amount of firmness during this period.

Zlata

In addition to white and red radishes, you can plant other subspecies of radish in your garden, which are known for their unusual root colors. For example, the Zlata variety produces rounded vegetables with yellow skin. The flesh is crisp and a standard white color, with a characteristically juicy consistency.

This early-ripening variety reaches technical maturity in 20-22 days. Zlata is a high-yielding variety. With abundant watering, the roots weigh approximately 20-24 g. The maximum weight of a radish of this variety is 60 g.

The advantages of this variety include:

• the plantings tolerate lack of moisture well;
• excellent commercial qualities;
• excellent taste of root vegetables;
• long-term storage of the harvest, during which no reduction in the main characteristics of the pulp is observed.

Zlata is suitable for planting in open ground.

Malaga

Malaga is an early-ripening variety of radish. It differs from other varieties in that the roots have purple skin. It is characterized by uniform crop production.

Radish has the following characteristics:

• vegetables have a smooth surface;
• shape – round;
• the average weight ranges from 16-20 g;
• The flesh is juicy and white. It is crisp and has a dense texture. Its flavor is pungent.

The harvest, under optimal conditions, can be stored for a long time (about 1-1.5 months) without loss of quality and taste.

If the weather was dry during the growing season, Malaga will produce stems. It can be planted from early spring until the first frost.

Late-ripening varieties

In addition to the early-ripening radish varieties described above, gardeners also grow late-ripening varieties in garden beds and greenhouses. These varieties reach technical maturity approximately 36–45 days after planting. As a result, harvesting from these beds can take place either in the second half of summer or as early as early fall.

Due to the late ripening period, these varieties are planted outdoors in late May. Seeds can also be sown in early June. To ensure a good harvest, planting times should be determined based on the growing region.

Gardeners often try to plant late-ripening varieties alongside early-ripening ones. This way, the radish harvest can continue throughout the season.

The following varieties are considered the best late-ripening radish varieties.

Würzburg

It is sometimes considered a medium-ripening variety. Ripening occurs within 25-35 days from sowing. The radishes are round and have red skin. Their diameter ranges from 3.6 to 4.2 cm. If the radish is overgrown, its skin does not crack.

The flesh can be pinkish or white. It has an excellent flavor and is almost completely free of bitterness. The flesh is crisp and juicy.

These radishes weigh approximately 14-18 g. The variety's yield depends on the region where the crop is grown. When stored for a long time, the vegetables remain fresh and attractive.

Plants have good immunity and effectively resist a wide variety of diseases.

Rampoush

A fairly popular late-ripening radish variety, often grown by gardeners in our country, is Rampoush. The vegetables reach technical maturity 35-45 days after planting.

The roots are spindle-shaped and elongated. The skin and flesh are white. The flavor is pleasant, not very pungent, and there is no bitterness.

This radish variety is resistant to bolting. This cultivar is used exclusively for planting outside greenhouses.

Red Giant

The most popular radish variety, characterized by late ripening of the underground parts of the plant, is the Red Giant. It is widely grown in fields and gardens. Harvesting occurs between 35 and 50 days.

The vegetables are large. They have red skin and juicy flesh. The flesh of the roots contains a lot of vitamin C. They weigh 80-300 g. Up to 4 kg of vegetables can be harvested from 1 square meter.

Root vegetables, under the right conditions, can be stored well for several months. The harvest can be stored in the refrigerator or cellar. However, during storage, the vegetables gradually lose their marketable qualities. They become hollow and flabby.

As we can see, there are many wonderful varieties of radishes that will thrive in an open garden and produce a bountiful, delicious harvest. The challenge in growing them lies in choosing just a few from such a rich selection.

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