The 'Karminowa' radish is a variety that no vegetable lover could miss from her or his basket. This wonderful cultivar produces large spherical roots that take on an even dark red colour. The flesh of these radishes is white, compact, crunchy and juicy. It does not tend to get pithy, has a nice mild taste and remains fresh and edible for a long time. The 'Karminowa' variety is not only exceptionally productive, but also supplies a high percentage of marketable yield.  It is intended for cultivation in greenhouses and in the open field, from spring to autumn. The vegetation period of this variety lasts 30-35 days.

The 'Karminowa' radish prefers well structured, permeable and fertile soil. You may sow in February and March and then at the end of the season in August and September for the cultivation in greenhouses. Sow directly from March to May and in August and September again. Sow no deeper than 1 to 2 cm, in rows 10 to 20 cm apart and keep 2 to 3 cm spacings between the plants.

Radish is a popular vegetable. Regular eating of the red roots may bring you many benefits. It is rich in vitamins and minerals. It will therefore improve the condition of skin and nails and support the functioning of the digestive system. It acts anti-inflammatory and antibacterial as a natural antibiotic. It prevents from anaemia and helps detoxify the body. Radish is low calorie and speeds up the metabolism. It constitutes a safe snack for all those who care about their weight.

Choose radish if you look for a delicious addition to sandwiches, salads and cottage cheese. It can be added to spreads and dips. You can also serve it warm, e.g. steamed or braised. Let radish surprise you and use it a surprising, tasty addition in sauces and soups.

One package contains 10 grams of seeds. The basic plant facts, growing instructions and the sow-by date were printed on the back of the package.

• Use: eat directly after the harvest - predominantly raw
• Harvest time: 30 - 35 days after the sow
• Site: well structured, permeable and fertile soil
• Weight (in grams): 10 g