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Sometimes my radishes have a hot, bitter flavor. What is the problem?

Last Updated: November 20, 2011

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Off-flavored radishes are caused by planting at the wrong time or poor cultural practices, such as low fertility or low moisture, that result in slow growth. For highest quality, radishes should grow fast. Fast growth can be stimulated by adequate fertility and soil moisture content. If radishes are too old, they taste hot.

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