White Strasberg 1888

White, triangular spring radish with green shoulders. Roots 3-5" long, 1.5" in diameter. Roots mostly buried. White flesh, smooth skin. Very good flavor and texture, even when larger. Crisp. Slightly bitter, very spicy. Large, semi-erect leaves with purple petioles. This accession matches the historical variety White Strasburgh radish first seen in the 1884 Burpee catalog. Acquired by SSE from the Old World Wisconsin Historic Site; from CV Shu. SSE Accession # 118707