Here are the results from @sandraurbangarden "Growing Radishes" video! Here are some more tips if you decide to grow radishes in your garden.
🌱Choose the Right Time: Radishes are a cool-season crop, best planted in early spring or fall. They don’t do well in high heat and can become woody and overly spicy.
🌱Soil Preparation: Radishes prefer loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Avoid soil that is too heavy or has too much clay, as this can cause radishes to grow unevenly or become misshapen.
🌱Sowing Seeds: Plant seeds directly in the garden, as radishes do not transplant well. Sow them about 1/2 inch deep and one inch apart. If you're planting rows, keep them about 12 inches apart.
🌱Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Radishes need plenty of water to grow quickly and remain tender. Inconsistent watering can result in cracked or split radishes.
🌱Thin the Seedlings: Once seedlings appear, thin them so they’re about 2 inches apart. Crowding can impede their growth, leading to smaller radishes.
🌱Light Requirements: Radishes need full sun, so make sure they get at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. More light leads to faster growth.
🌱Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at planting time, but avoid over-fertilizing, particularly with nitrogen, as this can promote excessive leaf growth at the expense of the radish bulbs.
🌱Harvest Time: Radishes mature quickly, often ready to harvest in just three to four weeks after planting. Don’t leave them in the ground too long, as they can become tough and pithy.
🌱Successive Planting: For a continuous harvest, plant a new round of seeds every 10 to 14 days.
🌱Companion Planting: Plant radishes near lettuce, spinach, carrots, and cucumbers, which can help deter pests and optimize space.
Growing radishes can be a rewarding experience, offering you fresh, spicy additions for your salads and dishes in no time!