Dragon Radish is a spring and late-summer variety of Raphanus sativus that reaches harvest in just 40 days. The roots develop a mildly spicy character and deliver a crisp bite packed with fiber, vitamin C, and cancer-fighting antioxidants. Grown in full sun with minimal water needs, these radishes thrive in soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0, making them one of the easiest vegetables for gardeners seeking a fast, rewarding crop.
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These radishes shine when harvested young and tender, before the roots grow too large and develop that harsh, fibrous bite. The mildly spicy kick makes them excellent raw, and their low calorie count combined with digestive and sinus-clearing properties earned them a place in traditional medicine cabinets. Even the seed pods offer a surprising bonus: let a few plants bolt and you'll harvest crunchy, mild-flavored pods that taste like the radish itself, compressed into a tender green snap.
Dragon Radish serves as both a fresh eating vegetable and a culinary medicine. Slice them thin for salads and sandwiches to deliver that peppery snap, or use their digestive properties as a tonic to ease sore throats and clear sinuses. The traditional anti-microbial qualities made them a detoxifier in folk practice, while the high vitamin C content supports immune function. Even the green seed pods can be harvested and eaten raw for a delicate, crunchy radish flavor that adds intrigue to salads.
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Sow Dragon Radish seed directly into the garden in spring or late summer for best results. Plant in full sun in soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. Space rows 8 inches apart and thin seedlings as they emerge.
Harvest Dragon Radish while still young and tender, before the roots split or grow too large. Check roots at around 35 to 40 days after sowing; they should feel firm and mild-flavored at this stage. If left in the ground too long, roots develop a strong, bitter taste and become fibrous and woody. For seed pod harvesting, let a few plants bolt and mature; harvest the green pods while still tender for a mild, crunchy radish flavor. Remove radish tops before storage to extend shelf life.
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