Organic 'Daikon' radish

Latin name Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus
Quantity per packet About 150 seeds
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Product
identification
Latin nameRaphanus sativus var. longipinnatus
FamilyBrassicaceae
TypeVegetable
CycleAnnual
Quantity per packAbout 150 seeds
Code produitJAREC-0202
Product
description

The 'Daikon' Radish is an impressive and bountiful variety that brings a touch of finesse and abundance to the vegetable garden with its long, white roots that offer a mild and refreshing taste. Highly prized in Asian cuisine, it captivates with its crisp texture and delicately pungent flavor, more subtle than that of small spring radishes. In the garden, its clear and vigorous foliage indicates rapid growth, particularly successful in cooler seasons when the soil remains loose and well-hydrated. Its cylindrical, smooth, and elegant root develops deep into the ground and rewards patient gardeners with a harvest that is as spectacular as it is flavorful. It lends itself to numerous culinary uses, from crisp salads to comforting soups, as well as stir-fries, marinades, and stews. Easy to grow, it thrives in sun or partial shade, along with consistent watering, which helps maintain tender and even flesh. Its flowering, if allowed to bolt, also attracts beneficial insects and contributes to the diversity of the edible garden. Productive, versatile, and elegant in its simplicity, the 'Daikon' Radish is an excellent choice for enriching the vegetable garden with fresh flavors and generous harvests.

Sowing
guide
Sowing periodApril to September
Sowing depth1 to 2 cm (3/8 to 3/4 in)
Germination temperature10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F)
Germination time4 to 10 days
Soil
and care
ExposureSun to partial shade
Soil
Loose, deep and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container
growing
true
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Garden use
Salads, soups, stews, marinades, Asian cuisine
Bloom period
May to July
Harvest
50 to 60 days after sowing
Size
and facts
Height20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)
Spread4 to 6 in (10 to 15 cm)
Planting
partners
Good companions
Carrots, lettuces, cucumbers, peas
Avoid planting with
Potatoes
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.