Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus

Radish

Common names: Daikon, Bier radish

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Description

The radish is a sharp‑spiced root vegetable that ranges from the small summer variety to the large white Daikon, encompassing many forms. It grows quickly and can be successfully cultivated in pots as well. Depending on the sowing time, you can harvest crisp tubers for summer use or produce storage‑capable autumn radishes.

Care instructions

Sow from April to August directly into the garden bed and keep the soil consistently moist, as dryness makes the radish feel rough and excessively sharp. Space the rows about one hand’s width apart and harvest when the tubers reach their typical size for the variety—over‑grown radishes become woody.

Companion planting

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Diseases & pests

2 relevant

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PestmediumApr–Aug

Phyllotreta

PesthighApr–Sep

Delia radicum

Varieties

5 varieties

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