vegetable variety
Watermelon Radish
Radish · Raphanus sativus
USDA hardiness range
- Zones
- 4a–7b
- Days to harvest
- 22 to 70
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Moderate
- Lifespan
- annual
At a glance
Mild, slightly sweet, large; pale green skin with deep pink flesh. Fresh raw, salads, pickling, dramatic plating. Asian heirloom, takes longer (60-70 days).
Growing Watermelon Radish
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Flavor, texture, and use
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Growing notes
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Watermelon Radish by zone
Zone-specific suitability, frost timing, and adjacent-zone notes.
Other radish varieties
4 sibling cultivars profiled on ZonePlant.
- Black Spanish Round
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…
- French Breakfast
Mild, slightly peppery, crisp; oblong red roots with white tips. Sliced fresh with butter and salt, salads. He…
Frequently asked questions
- What zones does the Watermelon Radish radish grow in?
Watermelon Radish grows in USDA zones 4a through 7b.
- How does Watermelon Radish compare to other radish varieties?
Watermelon Radish is one of 5 radish varieties profiled on ZonePlant. See the full radish variety table for side-by-side comparison.
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