Radish 'Long Scarlet'

Raphanus sativus

How to grow Radish 'Long Scarlet'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Long Scarlet is thought of as half hardy, so remember to protect this plant from frosts and low temperatures. Long Scarlet needs a loamy, clay and sandy soil with a ph of 5.5 to 6.8 (weakly acidic soil).

Growing Long Scarlet from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.99 inches (2.54 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.47 inches (1.2 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Long Scarlet about 28 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Long Scarlet

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Long Scarlet is a half hardy plant.

Harvesting Long Scarlet