{"product_id":"500-minowase-summer-cross-3-radish-seeds-hybrid-daikon-radish-for-planting","title":"500 Minowase Summer Cross #3 Radish Seeds - Hybrid Daikon Radish for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eMinowase Summer Cross #3 is a hybrid daikon radish prized for its long, crisp, white roots and mild, sweet flavor. This Japanese-type radish produces uniform, cylindrical roots that can grow quite large while remaining tender and non-pithy. It is an excellent choice for fresh eating, pickling, and cooking, and the fast-growing plants make a satisfying crop for gardeners of all experience levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you grow it for its versatile roots or as a cover crop to break up compacted soil, Minowase Summer Cross #3 delivers reliable performance in the garden. The lush tops can also be harvested as nutritious greens. This variety is well-suited to both spring and fall plantings in many climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid daikon radish with long, white, cylindrical roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, sweet flavor and crisp texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and easy to cultivate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible greens and roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful as a soil-busting cover crop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raphanus sativus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual root vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, loose, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright leafy tops with long taproot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 50-60 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer, about 1\/2 inch deep and 1 inch apart, thinning to the recommended spacing. Radishes thrive in loose, stone-free soil that allows the roots to develop straight and unobstructed. Keep the seedbed consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs within 4-10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce established, water regularly to prevent the roots from becoming woody or splitting. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest when roots reach the desired size, usually 2-3 inches in diameter for best texture. For a continuous supply, succession sow every 2-3 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 Minowase Summer Cross #3 radish seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795616891190,"sku":"FOLIA2-693","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7231091369_cby4.jpg?v=1792671991","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/500-minowase-summer-cross-3-radish-seeds-hybrid-daikon-radish-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}