Cherry Belle Radish Seeds

Cherry Belle Radish is a fast-maturing garden favorite known for its reliable performance and crisp texture. This classic variety, recognized as an All-America Selections winner, produces smooth, round roots with bright scarlet skin and clean white flesh. Cherry Belle maintains excellent flavor throughout the growing season and is ready quickly, making it a great choice for successive plantings. The mild, crunchy roots are perfect for fresh salads, garnishes, and everyday kitchen use.

Seed Packet Details

• Approximate Seed Count: ~450 seeds (Standard home-garden packet)

Packed with care and shipped from Kentucky.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
Variety: Cherry Belle Radish
Seed Type: Open-pollinated heirloom
Life Cycle: Annual

What to Expect

Cherry Belle radish is an early-season variety known for its fast growth and dependable results. Plants remain compact, reaching about 4–14 inches tall, and produce smooth, round roots with bright red skin and crisp white flesh. This All-America Selections winner is prized for its consistent quality and mild, refreshing flavor.

Growing Basics

• Sun: Full sun

• Plant Height: 4–14 inches

• Sow Method: Direct sow recommended

• Sow Depth: 1/2 inch

• Plant Spacing: About 1 inch

• Row Spacing: 12–18 inches

• Season: Early season crop

• Days to Maturity: Approximately 22 days

Growing Guide: Radishes

Overview

Radishes are one of the easiest and fastest vegetables to grow, making them an excellent choice for new gardeners. They can be enjoyed fresh for their crisp texture and mild bite, and even the leafy tops are edible. Radish greens can be sautéed or added raw to salads for extra flavor and nutrition.

Before Planting

Radishes grow best during cool weather and are ideal for spring and fall planting. Warm temperatures can cause plants to bolt, leading to strong flavor and woody roots. For the best taste and texture, plan plantings when temperatures are mild and soil stays consistently cool.

Planting

Radishes should be direct sown in the garden, as they do not transplant well.

• Sow seeds about 1/2 inch deep

• Space seeds roughly 1 inch apart

• Rows should be 12–18 inches apart

• Plant successively every few weeks for a continuous harvest

Radishes grow quickly and perform best when soil is loose, well-draining, and kept evenly moist. Hot, dry conditions can reduce quality, so consistent care is important during active growth.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, watering every couple of days if rainfall is lacking. Avoid allowing soil to dry out completely, but do not oversaturate, as overly wet soil can affect root development.

Fertilizing

Radishes generally do not require fertilizing during their short growing cycle. However, planting in nutrient-rich soil helps ensure fast, healthy growth. Mixing compost into the soil before planting is usually sufficient. Avoid fertilizers high in nitrogen, which can encourage leaf growth at the expense of root development.

Days to Maturity

Radishes mature quickly and can be ready to harvest in as little as 3–4 weeks, depending on the variety.

Harvesting

Harvest radishes promptly once they reach usable size to maintain crisp texture and mild flavor.

• Most round red radishes are ready at about 1 inch in diameter

• Harvest when leaves are around 4 inches tall

• Delayed harvesting can lead to pithy or overly strong roots

After harvesting, wash with cool water and store radishes in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.

Growing Tips

Radishes can be used as a companion plant in the garden. When planted near crops like cucumbers, peppers, or squash, they may help draw aphids away from those plants.