Mooli/Daikon Radishes

Raphanus sativus subsp. longipinnatus

Plant family

Crucifers (Brassicaceae)

Synonyms

Radish, Mooli, Daikon

Season Overview

Sowing

Harvest

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Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Wet

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Medium

Seeding distance

15 cm

Row spacing

20 cm

Seeding depth

1.5 cm

Instructions

The season for this plant is over. The following instructions are for the next season.

Beginning of April

Sowing

Mid of April

Pest protection

Mid of April

Thinning

Description

This root vegetable from the cruciferous family has a pungent taste. There are diverse varieties that differ in size, color and shape, as well as duration of cultivation.

Origin:

Presumed descent from the hederich (wild radish) from the Near East.

Growing tips

Summer radish should be sown from April to early August, autumn radish from early July to late August. After about 8-10 weeks summer radish is ready for harvest, winter radish usually after 13-15 weeks. If harvested too late, the radish becomes furry and woody.