Radishes
Blue Autumn

Purple-blue radish with ivory flesh. Popular in Germany for winter dishes. Mild pepper flavor, crisp and juicy. Stores well.

About Blue Autumn

(Raphanus sativus). A perplexing, purple-blue chunky tapered radish, with ivory-white flesh. These roots are not commonly found growing in the U.S. but are a popular hearty winter kitchen treat in Germany, where they are used in a multitude of dishes from savory hearty winter salads to robust warming soups like Rettich Kartoffel Suppe, prepared with potatoes and radish. The tender white flesh is mildly flavored with hints of pepper, and these roots remain crisp and juicy even at larger sizes. These radishes are best sown in mid-late summer for fall and winter harvesting and boast the brilliant ability to store for extended periods after harvest when kept in a root cellar, cool frost-free shed, or outbuilding. Sprouts in 4–10 days Days to harvest: 40-60 days 6–8 hours of full to partial sun Planting depth: 1/2 inch Plant spacing: 2 to 4 inches apart Ideal temperature: 50°F to 70°F Frost hardy? Yes