Round Black Spanish Radish
Easy to Grow
Non-GMO & Natural
High Germination Rate
Loved by Chefs
25 Seeds+
🌱 Round Black Spanish Radish Seeds
Raphanus sativus
A dramatic heirloom with centuries of history 🕰️🌿, Round Black Spanish Radish produces large, globe-shaped roots with striking jet-black skin ⚫✨ and crisp, white flesh 🤍. Known since the 16th century in Europe, it delivers a bold, peppery punch 🌶️ and exceptional storage life — keeping for months when properly cellared. Hardy, cold-tolerant, and full of character, it’s a radish that brings heritage flavor + rustic beauty to the garden and kitchen.
👅 Flavor Profile:
Sharp 🌶️, earthy 🌱, and spicy-peppery with a lingering bite 💥.
🍴 Culinary Uses:
🥗 Slice thin for salads or crudités with bold flavor contrast
🥪 Shave onto sandwiches & tacos for peppery crunch
🥘 Roast or sauté for mellowed, earthy sweetness
🥒 Pickle slices or matchsticks for gourmet condiments
🍵 Use in soups, stews, or fermentations (like kimchi) for depth
👨🍳 Chef’s Pitch:
Round Black Spanish Radish is the chef’s heirloom powerhouse 🌱👨🍳🔥. Its inky-black skin and white interior create a dramatic visual, while its spicy bite elevates salads, pickles, and rustic European-inspired dishes. A root that offers storage, history, and bold flavor — perfect for creative kitchens.
🌱 Growing Notes:
🪴 Hardy biennial grown as annual, 50–70 days to maturity
⚫ Large round roots, 3–4” diameter, black skin, white flesh
🌞 Thrives in cool weather, best as a fall crop
❄️ Stores for months when harvested mature & cellared
🌿 Easy to grow, tolerant of poor soils
✨ Quick Facts:
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Latin Name: Raphanus sativus (‘Round Black Spanish’)
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Habit: Biennial root crop, grown as annual
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Root Size: 3–4” round, black skin, white flesh
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Flavor: Sharp, earthy, spicy-peppery
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Culinary Uses: Salads, pickles, roasts, soups, ferments
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Special Use: Exceptional storage heirloom
Round Black Spanish Radish
Seeds of Speed & Flavor
Radishes Worth Growing
Radishes are the quick win of the garden — sprouting fast and ready to harvest in just weeks. Our radish seeds are selected for high germination, crisp texture, and reliable yields in a wide range of soils. From peppery red globes to colorful heirlooms with mild, sweet crunch, these varieties add freshness and spice to salads, snacks, and pickles.
Premium Radish Varieties
From Seed to Harvest in Weeks
Open-pollinated and non-GMO, our radish seeds offer gardeners dependable performance and chefs crisp, flavorful roots. From classic Cherry Belle to daikon and unique specialty types, each variety delivers vibrant colors and distinct flavors. With rapid growth, easy succession planting, and edible greens for added nutrition, radishes are one of the most versatile crops you can grow. With Casa Verde, you’re not just planting radishes — you’re cultivating speed, color, and flavor in every row.
Frequent Asked Questions
Q: Are your seeds suitable for home gardeners and professional chefs?
Absolutely! Our seeds are chosen for exceptional flavor, vibrant growth, and reliable yields—perfect for home gardens, restaurant kitchens, and culinary professionals alike.
Q: What does “heritage” or “heirloom” mean for your seeds?
Heritage and heirloom seeds are traditional varieties passed down through generations, valued for their flavor, history, and ability to be saved and replanted.
Q: How high is the germination rate of your seeds?
Our seeds are tested for high germination rates, ensuring strong, healthy plants when grown under proper conditions.
Q: Do you offer rare or specialty varieties?
Yes—we pride ourselves on offering unique, flavorful, and hard-to-find varieties that bring diversity and richness to your culinary creations.
