Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1' – Crispy Radish for the entire season

Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1', commonly known as Winter Radish, is a high-quality radish variety that stands out for its uniform, bright red tubers and rapid harvest maturity. This winter radish is a true novelty among radishes, offering gardeners both a visually appealing harvest and a crunchy, tender texture. Prelude F1 combines reliability, color, and culinary versatility, making it ideal for both amateur gardeners and professional growers.

Characteristics of Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1'

The Prelude F1 Radish produces long, cylindrical tubers about 20–25 cm long and 3–4 cm in diameter. The tubers are uniformly shaped and bright red, with white, tender flesh that is mildly spicy. This radish variety retains its tenderness and crunch, even at larger sizes.

The plant develops a compact rosette of dark green leaves that protects the tubers and ensures regular development. Prelude F1 provides both high-quality tubers for commercial cultivation and a constant supply of fresh radishes for the home garden.

Cultivation and growth habit

Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1' is suitable for cultivation from early spring to late autumn. The variety reaches harvest maturity relatively quickly, so successive sowings are recommended to ensure a continuous harvest of fresh radishes. Note: Bolting can occur at low temperatures, so regular follow-up of sowings is essential.

Important cultivation characteristics:

• Sowing period: Outdoors from early March to August.

• Sowing method: Direct row sowing, with 20 cm between the rows and 10 cm between the plants in the row.

• Harvest period: End of May to October, depending on sowing date and growing conditions.

• Soil and water: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil; constant watering prevents sharp, woody radishes.

By planning successive sowings every 2–3 weeks you will get a continuous harvest of uniform, red Radish radishes.

Benefits of Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1'

1. Uniform tubers: Long, cylindrical radishes of consistent size and color.

2. Bright red color: Visually attractive for salads, culinary preparations and sales.

3. Fast harvest: Ideal for multiple batches throughout the season.

4. Crispy and tender: Retains texture and flavor when grown and harvested correctly.

5. Versatile applications: Suitable as winter radish, black radish and for raw or lightly prepared dishes.

Care tips

To grow the Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1' optimally:

• Keep the soil evenly moist so that the tubers remain tender and crisp.

• Use light, well-drained soil for straight, healthy roots.

• Thin the seedlings where necessary to allow sufficient space for optimal growth.

• Harvest in time and plan successive sowings to prevent bolting at low temperatures.

Culinary applications

The Prelude F1 radish is versatile in the kitchen. Its bright red appearance and crisp white flesh make this radish ideal for salads, sandwiches, tapas, or as a garnish. Its mild, spicy flavor pairs well with both raw consumption and lighter preparations such as stewing or stir-frying. Thanks to its uniform color and cylindrical shape, this radish is also perfect for sale or culinary presentation.

Why choose Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1'?

The Prelude F1 Radish combines uniform tubers, fast harvest, and high quality in one attractive radish. For commercial growers, it offers a reliable harvest of bright red, uniform tubers. For home gardeners, it means a constant supply of tasty radishes thanks to successive sowings. The combination of color, tenderness, and versatility makes Prelude F1 a favorite for gardens, kitchens, and professional growers.

With the Raphanus sativus 'Prelude F1' you get a tasty, crunchy and uniform red winter radish, ideal for the entire season.