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Radish

Raphanus sativus/p> </section> </header> <nav> <a href="../homegardener.html">Home</a> <a href="../local-feed.html">Local Feed</a> <a href="../master-gardens.html">Master Gardens</a> <a href="../farmers-market.html">Farmers Market</a> <a href="../local-markets.html">Local Markets</a> <a href="../ask-a-farmer.html">Ask a Farmer</a> <a href="../Plant-science.html">Plant Science</a> <a href="../plant-directory.html">Plant Directory</a> <a href="../pests&diseases.html">Pests & Diseases</a> <a href="../garden-plotter.html">Garden plotter</a> </nav> <main class="plant-container"> <section class="history-section"> <h2>History</h2> <p>radishes date back over 2000 year, first grown in southeast asia they were a popular vegatable that quickly spread even to the new world. It was one of the first crops to be ghrown when the settlers arrivedin america and quickly spead mnakingh it to mexico by the 1500s.

History

radishes date back over 2000 year, first grown in southeast asia they were a popular vegatable that quickly spread even to the new world. It was one of the first crops to be ghrown when the settlers arrivedin america and quickly spead mnakingh it to mexico by the 1500s.

Growing conditions

Sunlight

Sunlight requirements

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day

Shade can help prevent bolting

Soil Conditions

Soil Conditions requirements

Sandy Loam soil

Water

Water requirements

1 inch of water per week

Keep soil moist, irregular waterings can cause the root to crack or rot

Nutrients

Nutrients requirements

5-10-10

Potassium and phosphorus aid in root growth

pH

pH requirements

6.0-7.0

Plant care

Sowing Seeds

plant seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep. Plant seeds about 1 inch apart and cover with straw

Germination

Seeds can take 3 to 10 days for germination. keep soil moist during this time.

Pruning

thin out the radishing giving 2 to 3 inches of space.

Harvest

Wait for the sholders of the plant to breach the surface. they should be about 1 inch in diameter.

Growing Tips

Havrest before flowering to avoid a woody taste.

Garden plotter quick facts

Spacing

10" to 16"

Water needs

Moderate

Sunlight

Full Sun

A warm-season crop producing juicy red fruits.

Plotter reference