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Rat's Tail Radish Seeds

Rat's Tail Radish Seeds

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Instead of edible roots, this interesting radish of prehistoric origin is grown for the abundant, slender seed pods that grow above ground on the leafy, 2'–5' plants. The botanical name translates as, "radish with a tail", and it is also called aerial radish or spicy bean. The pods are crisp and tender with a more subtle spiciness than a typical root radish. Makes an interesting addition to vegetable trays, and is delicious pickled and in curries and stir-fry dishes. Plants continue to produce even in hot weather, making them a good summer replacement for cool-weather root radishes.

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Variety Info

Days to Maturity: 40–50 days

Family: Brassicaceae

Native: Unknown

Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual

Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Plant Dimensions: 2'–5' tall, 12" wide

Variety Info: Slender, green 3"–12" pods with a mildly spicy flavor similar to root radishes. Pods will grow to 12", but best enjoyed at 3"–6". Rat's Tail radish is closely related to the common root radish, but it is an aerial radish that does not produce an edible root. Instead, it produces edible seed pods above ground. It can be grown in the spring, but also during the summer, as it withstands heat well. 'Rat's Tail' will not produce pods when temperatures fall below 45°F.

Attributes: Frost Tolerant, Heat Tolerant

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Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is above 40°F, ideally 65°–85°F. Successive Sowings: Every 1 to 2 weeks until mid-summer.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended; roots sensitive to disturbance.

Days to Emerge: 5–10 days

Seed Depth: ½"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6"–12"

Row Spacing: 24"

Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–12"

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Growing Info

Harvesting: Harvest pods when they are 3"–6" long. Harvest regularly to keep plants producing pods. Larger pods become hard, tough and bitter tasting so they should be picked and discarded to boost production of new pods.

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  • Edward T.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8/11/24
    5 Stars

    Incredible radish-like flavor with beautiful flowers! I bought this as a more heat-tolerant replacement to traditional in-ground radishes and it will be a garden staple for years to come. The pods are best picked when under three inches or else they get a bit stringy.

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  • Joyce V.
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    7/28/24
    4 Stars

    Not growing very well but it’s been terribly hot.

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  • Sandra G.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6/15/23
    5 Stars

    I’m am so excited to plant the Rat Tail radishes. I am patiently waiting for the seedlings to emerge.

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  • Priscilla G.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5/9/22
    5 Stars

    I love this plant. It is a great alternative to radishes for the summer. It gets so hot here in my zone 8b garden! I also love that it is quite the conversation starter when I add them to salads. Thanks for a great plant!

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  • Nancy
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5/9/22
    5 Stars

    We try to grow this year around. It is easy, fun, and nutritious. Good for me, but especially in the winter, for the beneficials, who need the flowers. The leaves and flowers are edible too. Stunningly attractive, even in January.

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