Radishes

Plant family

Crucifers (Brassicaceae)

Also known as

Spring Radishes

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Semi-shaded

Water requirement

Wet

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Low

Seeding distance

5 cm

Row spacing

10 cm

Seeding depth

1 cm

Instructions

Beginning of March

Sowing

Mid of March

Thinning

End of March

Pest protection

Description

This tuberous vegetable from the cruciferous family has a short cultivation period. It is ideal as a pre-, inter- or post-crop and as a marker seed for seeds with a long germination period, such as carrots. There are different varieties with red, yellow or white-red tubers. Also, different sizes and shapes, from round to cylindrical to oval. Radishes can be cultivated as spring and summer radishes. In this case, the appropriate variety should be selected depending on the growing period, otherwise there will be premature flowering and lignification of the tuber.

Growing tips

Radish prefers humus, well-drained soil and uniform moisture due to rapid growth. In drought tubers can become woody, very sharp and furry.