Radish Champion (Cherry Belle) Vegetable Seeds – Singapore
Heirloom Cherry Belle (Champion) radish seed for growing crisp, bright red radishes. A fast-growing, open-pollinated variety producing attractive round roots with bright red skin, crisp white flesh and a mild flavour.
Cherry Belle (Champion) is a popular early-maturing variety of Raphanus sativus. The rounded roots are best harvested while young and tender, when they have a crisp texture and mild flavour suitable for salads, garnishes, sandwiches and fresh eating.
Cherry Belle is a cool-season root vegetable and Singapore’s tropical climate is warmer than its preferred growing conditions. For the best chance of good root development, grow in the coolest practical location, provide good light with protection from intense afternoon heat, and maintain consistently moist, well-drained soil.
Champion (Cherry Belle) Radish Seed Details
| Botanical name | Raphanus sativus |
|---|---|
| Variety | Cherry Belle (Champion) |
| Seed type | Heirloom, open-pollinated |
| GMO status | Non-GMO |
| Seed treatment | Treated with Thiram fungicide – seed must not be consumed or fed to animals |
| Seeds per gram | Approximately 100–140 |
| Plant type | Cool-season annual root vegetable |
| Root shape | Round to globe-shaped |
| Root colour | Bright red skin with white flesh |
| Sowing depth | Approximately 1–2 cm |
| Germination | Approximately 5–10 days |
| Plant spacing | Approximately 10–15 cm |
| Position | Full sun to partial shade |
| Typical harvest | Approximately 25–30 days |
| Fulfilment | Stocked and dispatched in Singapore |
Why Grow Champion (Cherry Belle) Radish?
- Fast-growing radish, typically ready in approximately 25–30 days.
- Produces attractive round roots with bright red skin and crisp white flesh.
- Mild flavour suited to salads, garnishes, sandwiches and fresh eating.
- Compact crop suitable for containers, raised beds and garden beds.
- Can be succession sown during suitable growing conditions for repeated harvests.
- Heirloom, open-pollinated Cherry Belle (Champion) variety.
- Approximately 100–140 seeds per gram.
How to Grow Cherry Belle Radish in Singapore
Cherry Belle is a cool-season radish and Singapore’s tropical temperatures are warmer than ideal for root development. If growing in Singapore, choose the coolest practical location and provide adequate light while protecting plants from intense afternoon heat. Containers can be useful because they allow the crop to be positioned where temperature and light exposure can be better managed.
- Prepare the soil.
Use fertile, loose and well-drained soil. Remove stones and compacted material that could interfere with development of the round roots. A soil pH of approximately 6–7 is suitable. - Sow directly.
Sow the seed approximately 1–2 cm deep directly into the container, raised bed or garden bed where the plants will grow. - Thin the seedlings.
Once seedlings are established, thin them to approximately 10–15 cm apart to provide room for root development. - Maintain moisture.
Water regularly and keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Avoid allowing the soil to repeatedly dry out between watering. - Manage heat.
Provide good light while reducing exposure to intense afternoon heat. In Singapore, a position receiving morning sun and some afternoon shade may be preferable. - Harvest promptly.
Cherry Belle radishes are typically ready approximately 25–30 days after sowing. Harvest while the roots are young, firm and crisp rather than leaving mature roots in warm soil for an extended period.
Flavour & Uses
Cherry Belle produces crisp white flesh with a mild, fresh radish flavour. The bright red skin and white interior provide an attractive colour contrast when the roots are sliced.
Harvested radishes can be eaten fresh, sliced into salads, added to sandwiches and wraps, served with dips or used as a colourful garnish. For the best texture and flavour, harvest the roots while they are young, firm and crisp.
Cherry Belle Radish Seeds for Singapore
Cherry Belle (Champion) is a classic heirloom radish for growers looking for a traditional round, bright red radish. Its compact growth and relatively short crop time make it suitable for containers, raised beds and small vegetable gardens where conditions can be carefully managed.
Singapore’s climate is warmer than ideal for this cool-season variety, so root development can be less reliable than in temperate or subtropical growing conditions. Providing adequate light, some protection from excessive heat and consistent soil moisture gives plants the best opportunity to develop good-quality roots.
This Singapore range is stocked locally, with seed dispatched within Singapore rather than individually shipped from Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Cherry Belle radish be grown in Singapore?
It can be attempted, but Cherry Belle is a cool-season vegetable and Singapore’s tropical temperatures are warmer than ideal. Grow it in the coolest practical position with good light, some protection from intense afternoon heat and consistently moist, well-drained soil.
How long does Cherry Belle radish take to grow?
Cherry Belle is an early-maturing radish and is typically ready approximately 25–30 days after sowing under suitable conditions. Development can vary according to temperature, soil, light and moisture.
What does Cherry Belle radish look like?
Cherry Belle produces attractive round to globe-shaped roots with bright red skin and crisp white flesh.
How many Cherry Belle radish seeds are there per gram?
There are approximately 100–140 seeds per gram.
Should Cherry Belle radish be direct sown?
Yes. Radishes are generally best sown directly where they will grow because transplanting can disturb developing roots.
Can Cherry Belle radish be grown in containers?
Yes. Its compact growth makes Cherry Belle suitable for containers and raised beds. Use loose, fertile growing medium and ensure the container has good drainage.
Is Cherry Belle an heirloom variety?
Yes. This Cherry Belle (Champion) seed is an heirloom, open-pollinated variety.
Is this Cherry Belle radish seed treated?
Yes. This seed is treated with Thiram fungicide. Do not consume the seed or feed it to animals. The treatment applies to the seed itself before planting.
Is this Cherry Belle radish seed non-GMO?
Yes. This seed is supplied as a non-GMO variety.
Where are Singapore orders dispatched from?
This product is stocked and dispatched locally in Singapore.
Is this product shipped from Australia?
No. Although orders are placed through the Seedmart Australia website, this product is held in Singapore and Singapore orders are packed and dispatched locally.
Where can I buy Cherry Belle radish seeds in Singapore?
Seedmart supplies Cherry Belle (Champion) radish seeds online for customers in Singapore, with stock held and fulfilled locally in Singapore.
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