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Radish · cool season

German Giant

German Giant Radish (Raphanus sativus 'German Giant'): AAS-Winning Robust and Flavorful Radishes Cultivate the robust and flavorful radishes of AAS-winning German Giant Radish (Raphanus sativus 'German Giant') in your garden. Known for their large size, round shape, and crisp texture, this radish…

Days to harvest
29
Sow depth
1/2"
Plant spacing
1/2-1"
Row spacing
18-24"
Sprouts in
6 days
Light
Sun to part shade (4+ hrs)

When to plant

  1. Sow outside
    2–4 weeks before your last frost · sow again every 2–3 weeks
  2. Sow for fall
    Last sowing about 5 weeks before your first fall frost

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Growing tips

  • Sow when the soil is at least 40°F.
  • Best sown right where it will grow — it doesn't like being transplanted.
  • For a steady harvest, sow a little every 2–3 weeks instead of all at once.
  • Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually in about 6 days.

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