MICROGREEN ‘Purple Radish’ Seeds
Botanical name: Raphanus sativus
Purple radish is a standout microgreen crop known for its bold flavour, striking colour, nutritional value, and vigorous growth.
Vibrant Purple Hue
With deep purple stems and bright green leaves, purple radish microgreens bring a splash of intense colour to any tray or salad mix. These microgreens create a vivid contrast against more subtle greens, making them a true eye-catcher. Whether grown on their own or added to a microgreen salad mix, purple radish delivers both visually and in taste.
Bold, Spicy Flavour
Unlike milder microgreen varieties, purple radish offers a spicy, peppery kick, giving your dishes an extra layer of flavour. It’s a perfect choice for those who enjoy a bit of heat and is especially great in salads, sandwiches, and garnishes where a touch of spice is desired.
Quick and Simple to Grow
Known for their fast growth, purple radish microgreens are ready to harvest in just 7 – 10 days. Easy to grow for both beginners and experienced gardeners, these microgreens thrive in a variety of growing mediums, including hemp mats, coco coir, or organic soil. At Seedmart, we recommend using hemp grow mats and bottom watering to ensure consistent results. Adding a small amount of Microgreen Plant Nutrient will enhance the overall quality and flavour of the crop, giving you an even better harvest.
Growing Instructions:
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Pre-soak seeds:
Yes. 4 – 6 hours.
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Seeding rate:
5 grams for a small, punnet, sized growing tray.
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Grow medium:
Grow hydroponically on a hemp grow mat, or add 2 – 3 cm of soil or coir peat to tray. Flatten soil to level. Moisten soil.
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Blackout time:
Sprinkle seeds evenly over surface. Lightly water. Cover seeds with a growing tray. Store in a well ventilated, dark spot to germinate. Water 1 – 2 times daily. Keep covered until your plant is 3 cm height. Remove top tray and expose it to indirect light. Water twice daily.
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Harvest:
6 -12 days. Harvest 1 -2 cm above the soil.
