500 Minowase Summer Cross #3 Radish Seeds - Hybrid Daikon Radish for Planting
$27.40
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500 Minowase Summer Cross #3 Radish Seeds - Hybrid Daikon Radish for Planting
$27.40
Minowase 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.
Whether 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.
Plant Features
- Hybrid daikon radish with long, white, cylindrical roots
- Mild, sweet flavor and crisp texture
- Fast-growing and easy to cultivate
- Edible greens and roots
- Useful as a soil-busting cover crop
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
- Plant Type: Annual root vegetable
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained, loose, fertile soil
- Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Growth Habit: Upright leafy tops with long taproot
- Days to Maturity: Approximately 50-60 days
- Spacing: 6-12 inches between plants
Planting & Care
Sow 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.
Once 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.
What's Included
500 Minowase Summer Cross #3 radish seeds.