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Radish
(Raphanus sativus)

California

Available year around, with peak months in the Spring and Fall.
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Radishes are one of the most common of garden vegetables. Radishes have a long history.
Follow this link for an insight into the world of the radish. http://www.mertus.org/gardening/radish.html
There are several varieties found in produce markets and retail/wholesale. Here is a
partial list: Icicle Radish-Long white radish, with white meat
Cincinnati Radish-Long red Italian radish with white meat French Breakfast-Oblong radish,
top half is white, the bottom half is red with white meat. Easter Egg-White, Pink and Red
to Purple radishes with white meat. Sno Ball-Round white radish with white meat Cherrie
Belle-Round, red radish with white meat. Purple Plum-Round purple radish with white meat.
Sparkler Radish-Round red radish with white tip and white meat.
For maximum shelf life store at temperatures between 34 to 36 degrees.
Radishes come packed 1 or 2 dz. bunches per carton
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