Minowase Daikon Radish Seeds

Minowase Daikon Radish Seeds – Big Roots, Crisp, Mild & Fast-GrowingRaphanus sativus var. longipinnatusListing is for 1 packet of minimum 50 seeds Daikon radish, a staple in Asian cuisine, is celebrated for its crisp texture, mild flavor, and fast growing nature that produces long harvestable roots in a short amount of time. This Minowase variety in particular stands out for its extra-long roots (1 to 2 feet in length), that remain tender and juicy, making it perfect for salads, stir-fries, pickling, and more. For fresh eating, harvest Minowase daikon before it goes over 12 inches long. However, growing daikon extends beyond the kitchen, because it can be used as a fall or winter cover crop. Cover crops help reduce nutrient loss, add organic matter to the soil, prevent erosion, and make soil nutrients more available to plants. Daikon radish is a good choice because its long thick quick growing roots go deep into compacted soils and breaks down quickly, releasing  nutrients into the soil. When the roots decompose, they leave channels behind, making it easier for water to soak in. If you plant daikon radish early, its thick growth prevents weeds and their seeds from germinating. If you plan to grow daikon as a cover crop, Minowase is a popular variety. If harvested before it gets too mature it can be eaten or let it mature and decompose to use as a cover crop - so it is an all purpose daikon variety.  Follow me on social media because I post a lot of information on how to grow the very same seeds available in my shop. Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: jerrasgarden.  PLANTINGGermination: 7 days Seed Sowing Depth: 1/4” deep Sowing: Direct sow seeds after your last spring frost date has passed or in fall when you plant your fall garden. Garden zones 9 and up can direct sow seeds from fall through winter, because it grows best during the winter in hot climates. Plant 9 per square foot or if growing in rows, space them 6 inches apart in rows that are 3 feet apart.  Days to maturity: 50 days