Radishes are arguably one of the most underrated vegetables because many gardeners don't know how to best cook with them. But once you discover the variety that best suits your taste buds, you'll see just how extraordinary they can be. You'll eventually want to plant all the different radish varieties in your garden.
In this article, we'll examine some of the best types of radishes you can grow in your garden.
Bartender Mammoth
At first glance, a "Bartender Mammoth" looks like a pink or reddish carrot, but they’re actually radishes that can grow up to nine inches long. These heirloom radishes are crispier and less dense than carrots, making them ideal for dipping in hummus, a yogurt dip, or a variety of other sauces.
Due to its tolerance for warm temperatures compared to the majority of other radish kinds, "Bartender Mammoth" is ideal if you live in a warm climate or wish to grow radishes during the summer. 35–40 days after seeding, this radish will be ready for harvest.
Chinese Rose
This popular pink daikon radish variety, "Chinese Rose," grows lengthy rather than plump roots. These radishes have a two-inch diameter and a length of six to eight inches.
"Chinese Rose" radishes develop to be ready for harvest after 55 days. If you slice them thin enough, they also taste delicious on toast and other dishes. They are also an excellent ingredient for salads.
Cherry Belle
Cherry Belle is the vegetable for you if you're looking for something that resembles a traditional radish. This heirloom radish produces spherical, bright red roots that are about an inch wide.
Since it matures in just 22 days, "Cherry Belle" is one of the easiest radishes to try growing for novice gardeners. That means that you will have your first harvest in just three weeks, giving you much satisfaction in a short period of time.
Crimson Giant
The Crimson Giant variety is normally only two inches wide and one to two inches long. However, they are big in comparison to other, smaller globe radishes. They develop rapidly, reaching full maturity in about 30 days.
"Crimson Giant" radishes are delicious when roasted or added to salads. They also make wonderful, pickled radishes as well.
French Breakfast
One of the most well-liked heirloom radish varieties is the "French Breakfast." They date back to the late 1800s and mature at two inches long and almost an inch wide. They have white tips and crimson roots that are elongated.
This radish is a favorite among gardeners because it has a mild flavor that is easy to enjoy, especially for those who aren't regular consumers of radishes. They're also a quick and delectable snack that the French eat on toast with butter and salt.
It takes these radishes 28 days to mature to the point of harvest. Despite not being the earliest-maturing radish, they are one of the most delicious ones you can grow.
What are you waiting for? Put on your gardening gloves, break out your gardening accessories, and start growing some of these delicious radish varieties!