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Spring is on its way. We'll be planting soon, so we honor the radish in February 2010!

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Ode to the Lowly Radish

So, I love radishes. They might be my favorite vegetable. Every time I harvest radishes, I feel like I am witnessing something magical. It just doesn’t seem possible that something so colorful and delicious should pop right out of the soil with such ease. If you are gardening with kids, are a beginner gardener or are just looking for something quick, easy and unique, try radishes.

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How many bananas do Americans eat each year?

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Last Week's Trivia: What is the most widely used edible oil in the U.S.? [Soybean]

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