DESCRIPTION
Radish - Triton Purple - Microgreens Seeds
Growing Directions:
Radish microgreens are fast and easy to grow and are substantial and very crunchy. Due to its fast growth, it can be harvested as early as 5 days, assuming you have exposed them to light on day 3. These radish microgreens are at their peak of crunchiness at about day 5 or 6. Once they grow larger they get more leafy and lose their crunch. You can flip the lid a day before exposing to light to strengthen the crop.
For more detailed instructions on growing, as well as some troubleshooting and tips, please visit our Soil Growing Directions page or our Hydroponic Growing Directions page
Facts:
Radish microgreens are packed with health benefits, including:
- Promoting healthy eyesight
- Help in preventing some cancers
- Lessen the risk of heart-related diseases
Seeds per Package:
- 4 g - Approximately 500 seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 14,000 seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 56,000 seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 280,000 seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 1,400,000 seeds
ATTRIBUTES
Basic Info
Latin Name: |
Raphanus sativus
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Other Name(s): |
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Microgreen Color: |
red and white stems with bold green leaves |
Microgreen Flavor: |
peppery |
Microgreen Texture: |
crunchy, fresh |
Nutrients: |
Vitamins A, C, E, and K, folic acid, niacin, potassium, iron, phosphorus, pantothenic acid, calcium, magnesium, zinc and carotenes |
Growing Info
Presoak: |
4-6 hours in cold water |
Preferred Growing Medium: |
Hydroponic or Soil |
Seeding Rate per 10"x 20" tray: |
1.5 oz |
Blackout Time: |
2-3 days |
Germination Time: |
1-2 days |
Estimated time to Harvest: |
6-10 days |