{"product_id":"radish-round-black-spanish-seeds","title":"Radish Round Black Spanish Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eRadish Round Black Spanish is a bold heirloom winter radish (\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e) with rough, coal-black skin and dense, snowy-white flesh. These black Spanish radish seeds grow into hardy roots about 3–4 inches across with a robust, pungent, horseradish-like heat. Dating back centuries, this storage radish is a favorite for cool-season and winter gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuited to gardeners who want a storage radish for fall and winter, and to cooks who enjoy a strong, spicy root for cooking, grating, and fermenting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow in mid to late summer, about 8–10 weeks before your first fall frost, for a fall and winter harvest. Plant seeds 1\/2 inch deep and 2 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, thinning to 4 inches, in full sun. Black Spanish radishes grow well in USDA zones 2–10 and appreciate deep, loose soil for their large roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoots mature in about 55–60 days. Harvest when they reach 3–4 inches across, ideally after light frosts sweeten them; they store for months in a cool, humid cellar or the refrigerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack Spanish radishes shine in cooked dishes, where their heat mellows into a rich, earthy flavor. Grate them raw as a horseradish substitute, roast or braise them, add them to soups and stews, or ferment them. The bold flavor stands up well to hearty winter cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this radish black?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rough outer skin is naturally black, while the inside is crisp and white; you can peel it before eating if you prefer a milder taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it store?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a true winter radish, it keeps for several months in a cool, humid place, making it excellent for winter eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it very spicy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it is one of the hotter radishes, with a pungent bite that softens noticeably when cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012859388111,"sku":"ORIVRR_09_59","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/1BwR4_U6RHLOTW2kd8YNqwDepKabd9olT_s0.png?v=1782907638","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/radish-round-black-spanish-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}