Radish: Watermelon Mantang Hong - Seeds & Bulbs

Radish
Watermelon Mantang Hong

Large, sweet heirloom from China. The outside of this 3.25" diameter radish is white with green shoulders. The inside is red! A stylish gourmet presentation when sliced, cleverly sprinkled with black sesame seeds, and served as "watermelon" slices. Also called "red meat" radish, it is safe for vegetarians and will be the talk of your neighborhood!

One packet plants a 5-foot row.

Days to Maturity: 24
When to Sow Outside: As soon as soil temperatures are above 40 degrees.
When to Sow Inside: Sow directly outdoors.
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Seed Spacing: 1/2"
Row Spacing: 8" - best to plant here and there rather than in rows.
Days to Emerge: 5-10
Thinning: Thin to 1" apart.