{"product_id":"radish-easter-egg-treated","title":"RADISH-EASTER EGG (TREATED)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHow to Grow Easter Egg Radish (Treated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHere is an easy guide to growing Easter Egg Radishes which can be a colourful and fun way to add a pop of colour to your garden and your plate.  This particular variety of radish come in shades of pink, purple, red, and white, and have a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Growing them is really easy, and you can plant them in either spring or fall.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEaster Egg radishes prefer well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. Prepare the soil by loosening it to a depth of 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) and mix in compost or well-rotted manure to improve its fertility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSow Easter Egg radish seeds directly into the soil in rows spaced 15 cm (6 inches) apart, and plant the seeds 1 cm (1\/2 inch) deep. During the germination phase keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEaster Egg radishes grow best in full sun, but can tolerate some shade. They prefer cooler temperatures between 10-18°C (50-65°F) and will bolt (flower prematurely) in hot weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOnce the radish seedlings are 2-3 cm (1 inch) tall, thin them to 5-10 cm (2-4 inches) apart to give them enough space to grow.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eYou can reduce competition for nutrients and water by thinning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWater your radishes regularly to keep the soil moist, but do not waterlogged the soil. Add a balanced fertiliser every two weeks to encourage healthy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEaster Egg radishes are ready to harvest in about 25-30 days. The radishes should be about 2.5-5 cm (1-2 inches) in diameter and the root should be firm and crispy. To harvest, gently pull the radishes out of the soil by the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of Easter Egg Radish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe heritage of Easter Egg radishes is not well-known. During the 19th century, plant breeders in Europe developed Easter Egg Radish. They named it for its colorful appearance that resembles Easter eggs. Nowadays, Easter Egg Radish is a popular variety worldwide, and many supermarkets and farmers' markets carry it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #cc3737; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e*Important Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"scrollable-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc3737;\"\u003eThese seeds are treated with a fungicide (Thiram).  DO NOT eat the seeds or feed them to animals.  Keep them away from children \u0026amp; animals. Wear gloves and thoroughly wash your skin with water \u0026amp; soap after touching the seeds. Treated seeds do not affect the crop you are planting. Insects are not harm by using treaded seeds.  These treated seeds are strictly for propagation or growing in the garden only. THE RESULTANT CROP IS EDIBLE.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc3737;\"\u003eFungicide seed treatment may be an AQIS (Biosecurity, Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, Government of Australia) requirement for certain seed varieties. Treated seeds may be dyed a distinct colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020598428020,"sku":"REE-T","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/RADISH-EASTER_EGG_MIX.jpg?v=1785570822","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/radish-easter-egg-treated","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}