Description
Red Daikon produces 5-8″ tapered red radishes with a white to pink interior flesh. Grown in both spring or fall and can even be overwintered if it’s not too cold.
Radish – Red Daikon Radish – Ostergruss rosa
Soil and Water: Radishes prefer well-drained soil with plenty of added organic matter. They have low nutrient requirements; especially avoid excess nitrogen to promote good root development. Preferred soil pH is 6.0-7.0.
Planting and Growing: Cool weather is needed for best development. Sow seed directly in late summer and fall or early spring.
Harvesting and Storage: Harvest is best when 3″ or so in diameter. Radishes grow milder and woodier the longer you wait to harvest them. May keep 1-2 weeks in the fridge.
- Soil Temperature: 45-95°F
- Planting Depth: 1/2″
- Germination: 4-12 Days
- Days at Maturity: 30-45 Days
- Height At Maturity: 4-6″
- Sun/Shade: Full Sun
- Spacing After Thinning: 3″
- Approx Seeds per Pack: 100 Seeds
Product image(s) via: Melissa’s ProduceÂ
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