Rat-Tailed Radish
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - Native to South Asia. Grown for the crisp, pungent, edible seedpods (up to 6 inches long) and not for the roots. Pods should be gathered before fully mature and eaten raw, pickled, or chopped in salads. 50 days. ±1,800 seeds/oz
Characteristics:
Grown for the edible seed pods, not for the roots
Crisp, pungent seed pods grow to 6 inches
Immature pods have the best flavor
Eaten raw, pickled, or chopped in salads
250 Seeds per packet
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
Schwarzer Runder Radish, Organic
$3.25
$3.55
Unusual jet-black skin makes gorgeous contrast with the bright white flesh.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Also known as Black Winter radish, with rich spicy flavor excellent for salads and crudites. Coarse outer skin allows for exceptionally long storage in the ground or the root cellar. Often eaten in Germany as a "beer radish", served thinly sliced with salt and paired with a light beer. From our friends at Sativa Seeds.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Winter radish
Stores well
2.5-3" round roots
45-50 days
1/16 oz (250 Seeds)
Instructions - Radishes (Raphanus sativus) are hardy annuals in the Brassicaceae family. Most varieties are best harvested young, but some are specifically selected as winter storage radishes. Remove stones from loose, well-drained soil. Go easy on nitrogen, as excessive amounts can lead to big tops and little roots.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/4-1/2" deep
Plant Rows 8-12" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
Sora Radish, Organic
$3.25
$3.50
High Mowing Organic Seeds - A classic red radish with crisp, succulent roots.
Sora is a reliable all-season radish but particularly excels in hot and dry conditions when other varieties are easily stressed. High-quality, uniform roots form attractive bunches and resist pithiness. Our strain comes from the Swiss biodynamic seed company Sativa.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
All season variety
Heat tolerant
1" round roots
Instructions:
Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability
Spanish Black Round Radish, 1500s Heirloom
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - Europeans have savored this easy-to-grow winter radish variety, also known as ‘Noir Gros Rond d’Hiver,’ since the 1500s! Its large, 3"-4" globes boast stunning black skin and crisp, pungent, spicy white flesh—and will also keep all winter in good conditions. Grown in the United States since the 1800s, this radish adds spiciness to raw or cooked dishes; spiciness declines when cooked. 60-70 days.
Characteristics:
New for 2022
3"-4" round roots
Black skin and spicy white flesh
Fall/winter and spring radish
60-70 days
250 Seeds per packet
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
Sparkler White Tip Radish, Organic
$3.25
$3.75
Southern Exposure Seed Excahnge - 24 days. Bicolored globes, bright scarlet on the upper portion, and white on the lower third. Medium tops and sweet, white flesh.
Organic and Open Pollinated
Looks like a rounded French Breakfast
24 days
7 grams (~600 Seeds)
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 2-3 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
Tokinashi All-Season Radish
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - As its name suggests, this popular daikon-type radish can be sown year-round in milder climates. Its flavorful, spicy, crisp flesh tastes great when tossed into salads or soups, pickled, or eaten fresh. Very slow to bolt, this variety produces a white root that reaches 10-14" in length and 2" in diameter, tapering uniformly to a sharp tip. 50-60 days.
Characteristics:
New for 2022
Tapered roots reaching 10-14" in length
Flavorful. spicy white flesh
50-60 days
250 Seeds per packet
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
Valentine's Day Blend Radish, Organic
$3.45
$3.75
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Well balanced blend makes a sweet impression!
An eye-catching blend sure to create a heartfelt sensation. Includes round red, pink, purple and white radishes for an early shot of color in an irresistible mixed bunch.
Organic and Open Pollinate
High Mowing Organic Seeds EXCLUSIVE
Eye-catching blend for market
25 days
1/16 oz (~250 Seeds)
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 2-3 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
Watermelon Radish
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Roseheart, Chinese Red Meat) Round 2-4" white radish with a stunning dark pink and white interior. The flesh is surprisingly sweet, crisp, and refreshing. Best grown in cool weather. Warm days, cool nights, and adequate nutrition and moisture result in a more colorful interior. 50-60 days. ±2,300 seeds/oz.
Characteristics:
Roots grow to 2-4 inches
White skin, pink and white flesh
The sweet and crisp flavor
Fall/winter and spring radish
50-60 days
±2,300 seeds/oz
250 Seeds per packet
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
White Icicle Radish, Organic
$3.25
$3.55
Bright white radish for striking salads.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Our improved strain from Swiss biodynamic seed company Sativa shows overall enhanced performance for a consistent harvest. Mild flavor and crunchy bite. Tops can be used as salad greens.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Mild, pointed roots
Improved vigor and uniformity
3-4" long roots
27 days
1/16 oz (250 Seeds)
Instructions - Radishes (Raphanus sativus) are hardy annuals in the Brassicaceae family. Most varieties are best harvested young, but some are specifically selected as winter storage radishes. Remove stones from loose, well-drained soil. Go easy on nitrogen, as excessive amounts can lead to big tops and little roots.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/4-1/2" deep
Plant Rows 8-12" apart
Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability