China Rose

Variety

China Rose

created by Susanne L.1 at 13.01.2023

Features

Fruit shape

elongated

Color

pink

Location

Balcony

Bed

Raised bed

Taste

Slightly spicy

Season Overview

Sowing

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

J

A

S

O

N

D

Description

China Rose is one of the oldest radish varieties. This traditional, hardy variety forms long, cylindrical roots with pinkish-red skin and pure white flesh. With their unmistakable, slightly pungent taste, they are ideal for enhancing salads or sandwiches.

Non hybrid

Frostproof

Growing tips

The radish prefers humus-rich, well-drained soil and even moisture due to its rapid growth. In dry conditions, tubers can become woody, very sharp and furry.

Details

Light requirement

Semi-shaded

Water requirement

Wet

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Low

Seeding distance

4 cm

Row spacing

10 cm

Seeding depth

1 cm

Diseases

Downy mildew

Club root of cabbage

Pests

Flea beetles

Aphids

Land snails

Cabbage fly

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