Purple Plum Radish Seeds – Microgreens & Full Harvest, Lavender-Violet Hue (10 Days)

A Striking Radish for Microgreens, Baby Leaf & Full Harvest — Ready in Just 10 Days

Purple Plum Radish is a showstopper in any garden or kitchen — its vivid lavender-violet roots, lush dark green leaves, and distinctive purple-pink stems make it one of the most beautiful and versatile radishes available. Crisp and mildly sweet at full maturity (1–2" diameter), it’s equally outstanding as a microgreen ready in just 10 days. An outstanding edible garnish for sashimi, sushi, and composed salads, and a favorite across Asian cuisines from Japan to Korea to Vietnam.

Highlights

• Striking lavender-violet roots with distinctive purple-pink stems
• Microgreens ready in 7–10 days; year-round growing
• Crisp and mildly sweet at 1–2" diameter — no woody texture
• Excellent as edible garnish for sashimi, sushi, and salads
• Beginner-friendly; quick, easy germination

Asian Names

• China: lo bok, luo bu | Japan: kaiware | Korea: moo, mu
• India: muli | Vietnam: cu cai | Thailand: phakkaat hua

Growing Guide

• Microgreens: Sow in shallow containers with well-drained soil mix; 4–6 seeds per sq inch; harvest at 1–2" by cutting at soil level (7–10 days)
• Baby leaf: Harvest at 2–6" when true leaves are well-formed and tender
• Full radish: Sow ½" deep, 1" apart; thin to 2–3" for larger roots; succession plant every 2 weeks
• Timing: Plant 4 weeks before last frost for spring; 2 months before first frost for fall/winter; avoid hot midsummer
• Soil: Rich, consistently moist; add compost; avoid overwatering to prevent root splitting
• Rotation: Rotate planting site yearly; avoid planting near cabbage or broccoli
• Harvest: At 1–2" diameter for peak mild, sweet flavor