vegetable variety in zone 5b
French Breakfast radish in zone 5b
French Breakfast · Raphanus sativus
- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 22 to 70
The verdict
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About French Breakfast
Mild, slightly peppery, crisp; oblong red roots with white tips. Sliced fresh with butter and salt, salads. Heritage French variety, milder than round types.
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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French Breakfast in adjacent zones
Other radish varieties for zone 5b
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Sharp, peppery, dense; black-skinned white-fleshed storage radish. Fermented, grated raw, soups. Heritage Euro…
- Cherry Belle
Crisp, mildly peppery; small round bright-red roots with white flesh. Salads, fresh sliced on bread with butte…
- Daikon
Mild, juicy, slightly sweet; long white Asian radish (12-18 inches). Pickling (takuan), grated raw, simmered i…
- Watermelon Radish
Mild, slightly sweet, large; pale green skin with deep pink flesh. Fresh raw, salads, pickling, dramatic plati…
Frequently asked questions
- Will French Breakfast radish grow in zone 5b?
Yes. French Breakfast is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 8a, which includes zone 5b.
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