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Daikon radish · Daikon
Daikon Radishes
Annual · Brassicaceae
Minowase is a classic long white daikon that grows quickly into a crisp, mild root when sown into cool soil. It is a good beginner radish for fall beds because it handles light frost and loosens ground as it grows.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
45–55 days
Sun
4+ hours
full sun in cool weather or light shade for late-summer sowings
Spacing
4–6 "
Seed Start
0 weeks
before transplant
Container
Not Ideal
5+ gallon pot
Height
1–1.5 ft
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Germination
Germination Time
3–7 days
Optimal Temp
68°F
Seed Depth
0.5"
Transplanting
Min Soil Temp
40°F
Harden Off
0 days
Watering
Weekly Water
1–1.5 "
Needs
Consistent
Method
Base watering
Soil
pH Range
6–7
Soil Type
Loose, stone-free, deeply worked soil with moderate fertility and good drainage.
Resilience
Heat: Low
Cold: High
Drought: Low
Common Problems
root-forking
Cause: Stones, compacted soil, or fresh manure force roots to branch.
Prevention: Use loose beds, avoid fresh manure, and thin seedlings early.
flea-beetles
Cause: Young brassica seedlings are vulnerable to shot-hole feeding.
Prevention: Use row cover until plants are established.
Nutrition
Feeding Intensity
Light feeder
Harvest
Harvest when roots are smooth, white, and substantial but still tender, before they crack or turn pithy.
Expected Yield
0.5–2 lbs/plant
Storage
21 days — Remove tops and refrigerate roots in a perforated bag or root cellar conditions.
Sources
seed_catalog
Pinetree Garden Seeds
university
University of Minnesota Extension
Daikon Radishes Planting Dates by Zone
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