Kings Radish Sparkler Seeds

Sparkler Radish not only has a pretty name, but it also looks attractive on a salad plate, with its bright red round roots with a white tip. This variety boasts a delicous mild flavour and crisp flesh. The thought of sowing radish seeds brings back childhood memories for countless gardeners who were given the vegetable to grow as an introduction to gardening, because of its ease to grow. Nowadays there are a vast range of radish and they taste beautiful when sliced in salads or taken whole on a picnic as a snack. When to Sow: March to September. Where to Sow: Sow thinly in shallow drills 1.5cm (1/2in) deep with 15-30cm (6-12in) between the rows. During hot weather water the base of the seed drills first before sowing seeds and covering with dry soil. What to do next: Radish plants do not require transplanting and if sown carefully, thinning is not necessary. Sow a few seeds in any spare areas for a quick crop. Maturity: 4 weeks from sowing. Handy Tip: Radish are fast germinating they are often used as a maker row for slower germinating varieties like a Parsnip. Nutritional Value: Rich in vitamin C and potassium. Contains beneficial sulphur compounds.