Today, a large number of radish varieties are known. They can be planted both in open ground and in greenhouses, and they differ in ripening time and their tendency to bolt. You can learn about the different radish varieties and other characteristics that distinguish them by reading this article.
Resistant to bolting
During intense bolting, most of the nutrients are consumed, and the fruits lose juiciness and flavor. However, there are radish varieties that are resistant to bolting. This trait is highly valued by gardeners.
| Name | Ripening period (days) | Resistance to bolting | Fruit weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duro | 25 | High | Up to 9 cm in diameter |
| Early red | 20 | High | Up to 15 |
| Zlata | 20 | High | Not specified |
| Vera MS | 35 | High | Up to 25 |
| Rampoush | 35-40 | High | Not specified |
Duro
Characteristics of the variety:
- the fruits are large, rich red in color, and can reach 9 cm in diameter;
- inside the fruit there is white flesh of a dense structure;
- It has a pleasant taste with sweet notes.
The variety ripens within 25 days.
Early red
Parameters:
- fruits can reach 15 g in weight;
- the pulp has a soft pink color;
- retains high taste qualities even when stored for a long time.
Fully ripens 20 days after planting.
Zlata
Description of this variety:
- fruits of an unusual yellow color;
- inside is white crispy pulp;
- suitable for long-distance transportation;
- high resistance to flowering;
- tolerates heat and drought well.
It should take about 20 days from the emergence of shoots to harvest.
Vera MS
Can be distinguished by the following features:
- 1 fruit can weigh up to 25 g;
- has a delicate and pleasant taste;
- known for its high productivity;
- good cracking resistance.
Ripens in about 35 days.
Rampoush
Please note:
- white color of fruits;
- elongated radish shape;
- absence of pronounced bitterness in the taste.
Fully ripens in 35-40 days.
Early maturing
Early-ripening radish varieties typically reach full maturity within 16-25 days. These plants require little care other than timely watering.
It is better to plant early ripening varieties in early spring.
| Name | Ripening period (days) | Fruit weight (g) | Fruit shape |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 days | 18 | Up to 18 | Cylindrical |
| Presto | 16 | Up to 25 | Rounded |
| Saxa | 20 | Up to 10 | Rounded |
| Carmen | 20 | Up to 30 | Rounded |
| Alex F1 | 18 | Up to 20 | Rounded |
18 days
The following qualities of the variety are named:
- the fruits are cylindrical in shape, elongated;
- the weight of 1 radish reaches 18 g;
- the pulp is white and has a dense structure;
- The taste is pleasant, with a slight bitterness.
This variety, as its name suggests, ripens in 18 days.
Presto
Notable features:
- fruits can reach 3 cm in diameter and 25 g in weight;
- the pulp is very juicy, without bitterness;
- requires special temperature conditions;
- resistant to many common diseases.
Ripens in a record short time – 16 days.
Saxa
Please note:
- small weight of 1 radish – 10 g;
- soft pink flesh color;
- pleasant taste with a slight bitterness;
- resistance to flowering.
It bears fruit already 20 days after the emergence of shoots.
Carmen
Important characteristics:
- the weight of 1 fruit reaches 30 g;
- skin color - bright red;
- the pulp is white, juicy, and has a pleasant piquant taste;
- resistant to many diseases;
- Suitable for long-distance transportation.
Ripens in 20 days.
Alex F1
Description of the hybrid:
- the weight of the fruits varies within 20 g;
- the pulp has a pleasant sweet taste;
- is resistant to low light conditions;
- can be grown in a greenhouse during winter.
The ripening period does not exceed 18 days.
Mid-season
The ripening period of mid-season varieties ranges from 25 to 35 days. The advantages of this type of variety include high yields and a longer shelf life.
| Name | Ripening period (days) | Fruit weight (g) | Pulp color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alba | 35 | Up to 35 | White |
| Würzburg 59 | 25 | Up to 20 | Soft pink |
| Ruby | 28 | Up to 30 | Raspberry |
| Tarzan F1 | 35 | Up to 50 | White |
| Rondar | 28 | Up to 30 | White |
Alba
Characteristics of the variety:
- white skin;
- the fruits are oval in shape;
- the weight of 1 fruit fluctuates within 35 g;
- It has a pleasant taste, almost without bitterness.
Ripens within 35 days.
Würzburg 59
The variety's characteristics include:
- the fruits are round, about 4 cm in diameter and 20 g in weight;
- the skin is bright red;
- the pulp is soft pink, with almost no bitterness in taste;
- resistant to cracking.
Fruiting begins after 25 days.
Ruby
Peculiarities:
- fruits with a diameter of 4 cm and a weight of 30 g;
- the skin color is raspberry;
- vegetables have a round or slightly elongated shape;
- subject to flowering.
The harvest can be collected in just 28 days.
Tarzan F1
Specifications:
- the fruits weigh about 50 g and reach 7 cm in diameter;
- the skin is bright red;
- the pulp is slightly spicy to the taste;
- resistant to many common diseases.
The maturation period is within 35 days.
Rondar
Notable qualities:
- the fruits are round, about 3.5 cm in diameter;
- the weight of 1 vegetable can reach 30 g;
- has a long shelf life;
- resistant to many diseases.
Fully ripens in just 28 days.
Late-ripening
Late-ripening varieties ripen 35 days or more after planting. They are best planted in late spring or early summer.
| Name | Ripening period (days) | Fruit length (cm) | Skin color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icicle | 40 | Up to 20 | White |
| Dungansky 12/8 | 48 | Up to 7 cm in diameter | Reddish |
| White Fang | 40 | Up to 12 | White |
| Autumn Giant | 40 | Up to 9 | White |
| Red Giant F1 | 50 | Up to 17 | Red |
Icicle
It has the following characteristics:
- the length of vegetables can reach 20 cm with a weight of 50 g;
- the skin has a pleasant white color;
- the pulp is crispy, juicy, almost without bitterness;
- resistant to many diseases and the effects of low temperatures;
- Low yield of the variety is observed.
Fully matures within 40 days.
Dungansky 12/8
Description:
- fruit diameter is about 7 cm, weight is within 75 g;
- the skin has a reddish tint;
- the pulp is elastic, juicy, with a pleasant taste;
- suitable for long-term storage;
- is characterized by high productivity.
Under good conditions it ripens in just 48 days.
White Fang
Parameters:
- the fruits have an elongated shape;
- radish reaches 12 cm in length and 24 g in weight;
- the skin is white;
- contains a large amount of vitamins;
- resistant to many diseases.
Fully matures in 40 days.
Autumn Giant
It is worth paying attention to:
- the fruits are large, their weight can reach 140 g, and the diameter is 6 cm;
- the length of the vegetables, it can be about 9 cm;
- snow-white color of the skin;
- suitability for long-term storage;
- tart taste with hints of bitterness.
Ripening period is about 40 days.
Red Giant F1
The characteristics of a hybrid include:
- fruits can reach 17 cm in length;
- 1 radish can weigh up to 120 g;
- the leaves are suitable for making salad;
- suitable for long-term storage;
- resistant to temperature changes and many diseases.
The ripening period ranges from 50 days.
For open ground
This category includes all varieties of radishes that can be planted in a garden or homestead. Before planting, the soil must be prepared. It should be loose and weed-free.
It is better to plant in moist soil, this increases the chances of a high yield.
| Name | Ripening period (days) | Fruit weight (g) | Skin color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherryette | 20 | From 25 | Bright red |
| Heat | 22 | About 30 | Raspberry red |
| French breakfast | 25 | Up to 45 | Not specified |
| Cherry Belle | 21 | Up to 20 | Not specified |
| Rudolf F1 | 20 | About 25 | Red |
Cherryette
Distinguishing features:
- the fruits have a bright red color;
- 1 radish can weigh 25 g or more;
- reaches 6 cm in diameter;
- requires careful soil fertilization.
Bears fruit in just 20 days.
Heat
Peculiarities:
- the fruits are raspberry-red in color;
- the weight of 1 radish is about 30 g;
- the pulp is rich in vitamin C;
- Suitable for transportation.
The fruits are fully ripe in just 22 days.
French breakfast
Pay attention to:
- cylindrical shape of radish;
- weight, which can reach 45 g for 1 fruit;
- absence of bitterness in taste;
- resistance to flowering.
This variety ripens in just 25 days.
Cherry Belle
Distinguishing characteristics:
- fruits can reach 3 cm in diameter and 20 g in weight;
- resistant to low temperatures;
- Suitable for long-term storage.
Ripening occurs in 21 days.
Rudolf F1
Hybrid qualities:
- fruit diameter is within 5 cm, weight is about 25 g;
- the skin is smooth, red;
- the flesh is rich white, with hints of spiciness;
- resistant to many common diseases.
Ripens in 20 days.
For the greenhouse
Given the right conditions, some varieties of radish can be grown in a greenhouse all year round.
Mandatory conditions growing radishes in a greenhouse is to provide timely irrigation and lighting systems.
| Name | Ripening period (days) | Fruit weight (g) | Disease resistance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion | 25 | About 25 | High |
| Deca | 24 | Up to 11 | Not specified |
| Celeste | 25 | About 30 | High |
| Beauty | 25 | About 20 | High |
| Firstborn F1 | 20 | Up to 35 | High |
Champion
Features of the variety:
- has a dark scarlet color;
- the weight of 1 fruit is about 25 g, the diameter is within 5 cm;
- there is no bitterness in the taste;
- high resistance to many diseases;
The variety ripens in 25 days on average.
Deca
It is known for the following characteristics:
- the fruits are small in size and rarely weigh more than 11 g;
- radish is round in shape with a blunt end;
- the surface of the fruit is completely smooth to the touch;
- are distinguished by a pleasant taste with light notes of bitterness.
The maturation period can last about 24 days.
Celeste
The following are the characteristics of the variety:
- the fruits reach 5 cm in diameter and about 30 g in weight;
- has a slightly elongated shape;
- has high nutritional value;
- resistant to many common diseases.
Ripens within 25 days.
Beauty
The following characteristics can be highlighted:
- weight of 1 radish – about 20 g;
- grows well in low light conditions;
- the pulp inside is white, slightly transparent;
- resistant to many diseases.
It takes 25 days from sunrise to harvest.
Firstborn F1
Parameters:
- the color of the fruits is close to bright crimson;
- the weight of 1 radish can reach 35 g;
- is characterized by high productivity;
- resistant to many diseases and tolerates heat well.
It bears fruit within 20 days after planting.
You can learn more about the positive and negative characteristics of some radish varieties by watching the video below:
When choosing the right radish variety, personal preference should largely be taken into account. First and foremost, consider fruit size, ripening time, and disease resistance. Growing conditions and preferred flavor are also important considerations. Making responsible choices will help you grow the perfect radish variety for you.