THE VEGETABLE GABDEN 



THE RADISH 



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Varieties. The early scarlet turnip radishes and the 

 French breakfast varieties are best for early use ; they 

 will be ready for the table in from four to six weeks. 

 The larger half -long and long shapes are better adapted 



FIG. 154. Sowing Radish Seeds 

 The seeds should he scattered in wide rows 



to summer use ; they grow more slowly and therefore 

 keep in good condition for a greater length of time. 



Time of planting. The spring varieties should be sown 

 as early as the soil can be worked, and for a succession, 

 every week or ten days. Summer varieties may be sown 

 in May and June. Some of the early kinds may be sown 

 late in August for fall use. 



