Cherry Belle Radish Seeds - Round Red Heirloom Radishes

Grow crisp, cherry-red radishes with bright white interiors for fresh salads and crunchy snacks. Cherry Belle is an open-pollinated heirloom variety that produces round roots approximately 3/4–1 inch across. Its quick growth makes it a useful choice for small garden beds and repeat sowings during cool weather.

What you receive

Seeds for growing Cherry Belle radishes, not harvested roots. Choose from 1/4 oz, 1 oz, 1/4 lb, 1 lb, or 3 lb seed packs. Packs are sold by weight; seed counts vary.

Variety details

• Botanical name: Raphanus sativus
• Variety: Cherry Belle
• Type: Open-pollinated heirloom, cool-season vegetable
• Roots: Round, cherry red with crisp white flesh
• Harvest size: Approximately 3/4–1 inch in diameter
• Maturity: Approximately 22 days from sowing under favorable conditions; weather and growing conditions affect timing
• Planting method: Direct sow

How to sow

1. Choose a sunny position with loose, well-drained soil. Remove stones and break up compacted soil so roots can develop evenly.
2. Sow seeds approximately 1/2 inch deep in early spring or as temperatures cool toward fall. Avoid scheduling the crop for peak summer heat.
3. Water gently after sowing and keep the seedbed evenly moist during germination.
4. Thin seedlings to approximately 2 inches apart, allowing room for round roots to form.
5. For a staggered harvest, sow a small batch about every two weeks while conditions remain cool.

Growing and harvesting

Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging. Crowding, heat, and delayed harvesting can reduce root quality, so check plants frequently as they approach harvest size.

Pull roots when they are young, firm, and approximately 3/4–1 inch across. Do not wait for every radish in the row to reach the same size. Tender young tops can also be washed and used as greens.

Kitchen use and storage

Slice into salads, serve with dips, or add to sandwiches for a crisp bite. Wash thoroughly before preparing. For storage, remove the tops, refrigerate the roots in a suitable container or bag, and use while firm and fresh. Store greens separately and use promptly.

Planning your planting season

Base sowing dates on local temperatures rather than a fixed calendar. This quick-growing crop is usually managed as a seasonal vegetable, so cool-weather timing is more useful than a perennial hardiness-zone range.