These radishes have a black skin with a creamy white interior. These unusual round radishes can grow quite large but are best when harvested when the diameter is about 2-3 inches. The interior is solid and crisp. The flavor is distinctive and pungent. Used raw or cooked, this variety is quite stunning in salads and stir fry. The bulbs are good keepers.

RADISHES

WHEN TO PLANT: early spring when soil temperature at least 40 degrees

DEPTH OF PLANTING: 1 /2" deep

PLANTS APART IN ROWS (AFTER THINNING): 2 - 3" apart

DISTANCE BETWEEN ROWS: 10" apart

RAISED BED PLANTING GUIDE: After thinning, plants should be 2" apart throughout bed.

SOIL TYPE RECOMMENDED: light aerated soil favored

TUCSON PLANTING INFORMATION: Plant from August 15 through May 1. Radishes tend to get hot with Tucson's summer heat. Radishes grow well through fall, winter months.