Rex Radish (Seed Tape)

Rex Radish Seed Tape: Effortless Planting for Smooth, Flavorful Roots

Experience the ease of growing the proven and vigorous Rex Radish with this convenient seed tape. This variety is known for its reliability, producing long, smooth, cone-shaped roots that resist becoming furry. Enjoy a delightful mild yet spicy flavor that makes Rex radishes incredibly versatile for raw consumption. Whether grown in the greenhouse, cold frame or directly outdoors during the spring and summer months, this seed tape ensures optimal spacing for a successful harvest.

• Easy Planting with Seed Tape:
  • Seed tape provides pre-spaced seeds, simplifying the planting process and ensuring optimal growth without the need for thinning.
  • Ideal for gardeners of all levels seeking a hassle-free way to grow radishes.
• Vigorous and Proven Variety (Rex):
  • A reliable breeder variety is known for its strong growth and consistent production.
  • Resistant to becoming furry, ensuring smooth and appealing roots.
• Long, Smooth, Cone-Shaped Roots:
  • Produces uniform and attractive cone-shaped radishes with smooth skin.
  • Perfect for slicing and adding to various dishes.
• Mild and Spicy Flavor:
  • Offers a balanced flavor profile with a gentle mildness complemented by a pleasant spicy kick.
  • Versatile for a wide range of culinary uses.
• Ideal for Spring and Summer Growing:
  • Performs well when planted outdoors during the spring and summer months.
  • Also suitable for greenhouse and cold frame cultivation for earlier starts.
• Delicious Eaten Raw:
  • Best enjoyed raw to appreciate its crisp texture and refreshing flavor.
  • A classic accompaniment to pretzels and beer, a tasty addition to bread, and a vibrant ingredient in salads.
• Insect Protection Recommended:
  • Consider using insect protection nets to prevent maggot infestation and ensure a healthy harvest.
• Growing Information:
  • Variety: Rex
  • Form: Seed Tape
  • Root Shape: Long, smooth, cone-shaped
  • Flavor: Mild, spicy
  • Suitable For: Greenhouse, cold frame, outdoor (spring and summer)
• Planting Instructions:
  • Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil.
  • Create shallow furrows in your garden bed.
  • Lay the Rex Radish Seed Tape in the furrows, ensuring good contact with the soil.
  • Cover the seed tape lightly with soil and water gently but thoroughly.
  • Maintain consistent moisture until germination and throughout the growing period.
  • Space rows according to general radish growing guidelines (typically around 12 inches apart).
  • For a continuous harvest, make successive plantings every few weeks during the spring and summer.
• Harvesting and Culinary Use:
  • Harvest Rex Radish when the cone-shaped roots reach a desirable size, typically a few inches long.
  • Enjoy sliced, grated, finely planed, or cut into spirals for raw consumption.
  • Serve as a classic accompaniment to pretzels and beer, on bread, or as a refreshing addition to salads.