Radish, Oriental, Daikon 'Red Skin'

Raphanussativus

Family
Brassicaceae (brass-ih-KAY-see-ee)
Genus
Raphanus (RAF-an-us)
Species
sativus (sa-TEE-vus)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

San Marcos, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
1
neutral
0
negative
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San Marcos, TX (Zone 8b) | November 2008 | positive

The flesh remains crisp and mild even in advanced stages of maturity. Highly recommended. Saved seed from last year's planting. Seed avai...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | February 2008 | neutral

This variety is a short Chinese radish, 8" x 2" with red skin and white flesh. Flesh is very juicy and well flavored, excellent for raw e...Read More

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