‘Shunkyo’ Chinese radish, ecologically grown seeds

Name: ‘Shunkyo’ Chinese radish, ecologically grown seeds ( Raphanus sativus )
Brand: Gaia
Price: 4.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

Raphanus sativus

Product code : GAIAS-0292

Heritage Chinese radish with 10–13 cm long, crunchy, sweet and spicy deep pink roots. Edible tops, harvest around 35 days; 50 organic seeds. Read the instructions on the packet before starting and keep the label to track the variety throughout the season. Prepare a clean, loose, and well-drained substrate, then moisten it before placing the seeds to limit their displacement. Keep the seedlings uniformly moist without leaving standing water, as excess moisture reduces aeration around young roots. Place seedlings in bright light as soon as they emerge and regularly rotate containers to encourage balanced growth.

‘Shunkyo’ Chinese radish, ecologically grown seeds (Raphanus sativus) This northern Chinese heirloom produces smooth deep-pink cylindrical roots approximately 4 to 5 inches long. Crisp white flesh combines a peppery bite with remarkably sweet flavour. Tender tops are also edible and can be harvested young. The variety is slow to bolt and can be grown in spring, during sufficiently cool summer conditions, and again in fall. Each Gaia packet contains 50 ecologically grown, open-pollinated seeds. Its fast development, distinctive colour, and edible leaves make it a practical choice for vegetable beds, raised gardens, and repeated small harvests.

Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked, then repeat small sowings for a staggered harvest. Optional soaking in warm water for no more than 12 hours may speed emergence. Sow 1/2 inch deep, allowing approximately 1 to 4 inches between plants and 8 to 12 inches between rows. Germination generally takes 5 to 7 days near 18°C. For a fall harvest, sow approximately five weeks before the expected first frost. Keep the seedbed evenly moist to develop tender uniform roots, and thin promptly so neighbouring radishes do not become crowded or distorted.

Grow ‘Shunkyo’ radish in sun or partial shade in loose, cool, well-drained soil without stones or fresh manure. Harvest begins at approximately 35 days. Pull roots after they reach their characteristic size while remaining firm; waiting too long can produce hollow or fibrous radishes. Remove tops to slow moisture loss, rinse only before use, and refrigerate roots in a ventilated container. Gaia indicates a possible storage period of three to four weeks at 1 to 2°C and 85 to 90 percent humidity. Young leaves and flowers are also edible and can be added carefully to salads or cooked dishes.

Uses in the garden

Grow ‘Shunkyo’ in short rows in the vegetable garden, between slow-growing crops, or in a raised bed. Sow new seeds every two or three weeks in cool weather. Its quick harvest frees up space for a subsequent crop. Read the packet instructions before you start and keep the label to track the variety throughout the season. Prepare a clean, loose, well-drained substrate, then moisten it before placing the seeds to limit their movement. Keep the seedlings evenly moist without allowing water to stand, as excess moisture reduces aeration around the young roots. Place seedlings in bright light immediately after emergence and rotate containers regularly to promote balanced growth. When multiple seedlings compete for the same space, thin carefully to keep the most vigorous ones without disturbing their roots. Before outdoor planting, gradually acclimate young plants to wind, sun, and temperature fluctuations for several days. Follow the recommended spacing so that air circulates between plants and each plant has sufficient light, water, and nutrients. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry, then adjust the frequency according to the weather, drainage, and container size.

01 How much does the sachet contain?

The Gaia packet contains 50 ecologically grown ‘Shunkyo’ Chinese radish seeds. These are not certified organic seeds. Store unused seeds in a cool, dry, and dark place. Read the instructions on the packet before you start and keep the label to track the variety throughout the season. Prepare a clean, loose, and well-drained substrate, then moisten it before sowing the seeds to limit their displacement. Keep the seedbed evenly moist without allowing standing water, as excess moisture reduces aeration around young roots. Place the seedlings in bright light immediately after germination and rotate the containers regularly to promote balanced growth.

02 How do I start the seedling?

Sow directly 1.3 cm deep as soon as the soil can be worked. Soaking in warm water for up to 12 hours is optional. Keep the bed moist until germination, then thin quickly to the desired spacing. Read the package directions before starting and save the tag to track the variety throughout the season. Prepare a clean, loose, well-drained substrate, then moisten it before placing the seeds to limit their displacement. Keep the seedlings uniformly moist without leaving standing water, as excess moisture reduces aeration around the young roots. Place seedlings in bright light upon emergence and regularly rotate containers to encourage balanced growth.

03 How long does germination take?

Germination generally takes 5 to 7 days at around 18 °C. Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging and prevent a dry crust from forming on the surface before emergence. Read the instructions on the packet before you begin and keep the label to track the variety throughout the season. Prepare a clean, loose, well-draining substrate, then moisten it before placing the seeds to limit their displacement. Keep the seedbed evenly moist without allowing standing water, as excess moisture reduces aeration around young roots. Place seedlings in bright light immediately upon emergence and regularly rotate containers to encourage balanced growth.

04 How to plan your garden planting?

Leave 1 to 4 in. (2.5 to 10 cm) between plants and 8 to 12 in. (20 to 30 cm) between rows. Close spacing is good for small roots harvested young; more space promotes well-formed 4 to 5 in. (10 to 13 cm) roots. Read the packet directions before starting and save the label to track the variety throughout the season. Prepare a clean, loose, well-drained growing medium, then moisten it before placing the seeds to limit their displacement. Keep the seedbed evenly moist without standing water, as excess moisture reduces aeration around young roots. Place seedlings in bright light as soon as they emerge and turn containers regularly to promote balanced growth.

05 When should we harvest?

Harvest around 35 days when roots are 10 to 13 cm long and firm. Remove greens for storage and refrigerate roots in an aerated container. Prompt harvesting prevents hollow or fibrous textures. Read the packet instructions before starting and keep the label to track the variety throughout the season. Prepare a clean, loose, and well-drained substrate, then moisten it before sowing seeds to limit their displacement. Keep the seedbed uniformly moist without standing water, as excess moisture reduces aeration around young roots. Place seedlings in bright light as soon as they emerge and rotate containers regularly to promote balanced growth.