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Mantanghong Watermelon Radish Seeds

#0187
This packet sows up to 12 feet.
3.5 out of 5 stars
(6 reviews)
Availability: In Stock
It is no wonder that 'Mantanghong' is the most popular of the Chinese "beauty heart" radishes. This summer/fall-sown radish produces large, 3" round, mild radishes that can weigh up to 1 pound each! Slice the greenish white exterior to reveal a vivid, fuchsia interior. Whether you enjoy radishes raw, cooked, or pickled, these beauties are sure to be a star. Winter radishes are best sown in the late summer or fall, as short days trigger root growth.
$2.99 1 gram (~80 seeds)

Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus (hybrid)

Days to Maturity: 65 days

Family: Brassicaceae

Native: Unknown

Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual

Variety Information: 3" diameter, white radish with green shoulders, and red or reddish-pink interior. 'Mantanghong' is a winter radish, crisp, with a mild, sweet flavor. This hybrid produces more consistent, quality radishes than older varieties.

Type: Winter radish (Learn more)

Attributes: Good for Containers

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average first fall frost date. Optimal soil temperature is 65°–85°F. Successive Sowings: Every 10 days for about 3 weeks. In mild climates, successive sowings can be continued until temperatures are too cold (below 40°F) for germination.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended.

Days to Emerge: 5–10 days

Seed Depth: ½"

Seed Spacing: A group of 2 seeds every 5"

Row Spacing: 12"

Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 5"

Harvesting: Harvest at any size—tiny for hors d'oeuvres or large for cooking, but before the ground freezes (unless well mulched).

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Mantanghong Watermelon Radish Seeds Reviews

6 reviews

Watermelon Radish seeds (Mantanghong)

5 out of 5 stars Jan 16, 2020
I found watermelon radishes at my local co-op store and really liked them and wanted to grow them. After several months I finally found a packet of seeds and they grew for me. hoped to plant more to stagger the crop but could not find any more seeds. That's when I found Botanical Interests. and ordered Mantang Hong watermelon seeds. They worked wonderfully. I ordered more of those plus some other radish seeds that intrigued me. I put in a cold weather crop but unfortunately Minnesota had an early frost and destroyed that crop (I think - we'll see this spring if anything survived). So I still have seeds and look forward to planting them in the spring and seeing what other seeds pique my interest from Botanical Interests. They really turn your order around quickly.
Pat Lynch from MN
Owner Response: Hi Pat, Thanks so much for the review. We just love watermelon radishes! I just wanted to remind you that watermelon radishes, daikon, and Spanish black radishes are "winter radishes" and only form a nice root in the waning light of late summer and fall, not in the spring. Since temperatures and light decrease in late summer and fall it is a good idea to add a couple more weeks to allow more time to mature. Happy Gardening!

Success!

5 out of 5 stars Jun 11, 2021
I was thrilled at how well these did in my fall garden. They were my first radishes ever. I'm a big radish fan and enjoyed eating them. They had a bit of a spicy, radish flavor but not overwhelming. The color was neat! I was surprised at how large they grew. I can't wait to start more this fall.
Emily from GA

They did not turn out good they are strong tasting and look like horse radish nt like picture on package . Pulled them out and threw them in the garbage !

1 out of 5 stars Jun 20, 2021
Same as above .
David from WI
Owner Response: Dear David, We are sorry to hear your results were not as expected. A customer service agent with contact you shortly with assistance.

watermelon radish

3 out of 5 stars Nov 5, 2021
I planted these radishes three times this year in my garden, this third planting (early September) are the only ones that are actually growing. Hopefully I can get a small crop from this sowing.
Keri from CO
Owner Response: Hi Keri, These are winter radishes and will only grow as days get shorter. They are not recommended for spring planting. I hope that helps. There is some information on the seed packet if that is helpful also.

Watermelon radishes

5 out of 5 stars Dec 29, 2021
Love love love these! I use them in so many ways and they always grow! Had to share with friends this year
Traci L. from MN

Mantanghong Watermelon Radish

2 out of 5 stars Jun 18, 2022
Last winter, 2022-2023, was the first time we grew this variety. The germination went well but the plants didn't develop from the seedling stage as quickly as we expected. I doubt this was due to the viability of your seeds or selected strain. Our lack of success was likely due to my lack of attention (it was only a radish after all).
Fred from FL
Owner Response: Hi Fred, We are sorry to hear about your results. Feel free contact us with questions like these; our horticulturist would be happy to learn more about your growing environment in order to better help you!

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