Saxa 2

Family: Brassicaceae Root Vegetable

Crisp as fresh-cut glass, Saxa 2 radishes bring a bright, peppery snap with a clean, mildly sweet finish.

The roots mature in about 25 days, forming neat, smooth cylinders that stay tender and never turn pithy—ideal for gardeners who want quick, satisfying harvests. Grow Saxa 2 for fresh salad use, and for vivid garnishes that add crisp texture and lively flavor to springtime platters.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 25 DaysHabit: Taproot

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	May 20th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	25
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Taproot
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	55
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Saxa 2 is a fast, pith-free salad radish—built for that first-bite crackle, not for long cooking or wilting. Its sharp pepper snap and mild sweetness play nicely against rich dairy and briny fish, and it holds its texture when hit with vinegar and served cold.

Best Uses

thin slicing for salad piles where the slices stay crisp
ice-cold radish garnish on spring sandwiches and bagels
quick pickles that keep a firm, crackling texture
shaved radish over warm eggs so it flashes through without getting mushy

Flavor Profile

peppery radish bite crispy, snappy glass-like crunch clean, mildly sweet finish tender, non-pithy interior

Kitchen Pairings

butter sour cream fresh dill cider vinegar smoked salmon feta

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most common on radish (Raphanus sativus, Brassicaceae), and how do I control it?

Flea beetles commonly attack radish leaves, causing small holes that can stunt growth. Use floating row cover immediately after sowing, and if needed apply an insecticidal soap early in the day while keeping the cover off only briefly. If you see dark, water-soaked spots or leaf lesions, remove affected leaves and avoid overhead watering to reduce spread.

How often should I water radish during the main growing phase (about the first 2–3 weeks)?

Keep the seedbed evenly moist—water lightly but consistently so the top 1 inch of soil doesn’t dry out, because radish roots become pithy when moisture is uneven. In typical summer conditions, this often means about 1 inch of water per week total, split into 2–3 waterings; adjust to rainfall and soil texture to maintain steady moisture.

How can I tell when radish (Raphanus sativus) is ready to harvest?

Start checking at about 25 days from sowing, and harvest when the roots have formed a firm, well-colored globe at or near the packet’s expected size. If you wait too long, radishes turn woody and pungent; gently pull one plant to confirm firmness before harvesting the rest.