Saxa 2

Family: Brassicaceae Root Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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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

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Saxa 2 Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Direct Sow	Jun 15th	Jul 10th – Jul 15th
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jun 26th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Jun 19th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 9th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 9th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jun 13th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 9th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jun 7th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jun 2nd – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	May 29th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	May 26th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	May 20th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	May 15th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	May 5th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Apr 26th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Apr 17th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Mar 31st – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Mar 6th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Oct 26th – Feb 28th

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.