Radish White Long Seeds (Desi Vegetable Seeds) ( Mullangi )

Product Description

• Germination Time: 5-10 days
• Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, in full sun
• Ideal Climate for Sowing: All season crop; can be grown in spring, summer, and fall (avoid extreme winter)
• Plant Height: 1-2 feet
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost, or 1 tablespoon of bone meal (optional) per plant per week
• Life Span: 2-3 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 18-25°C
• Harvesting Time: 30-50 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Low
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag, 18x12 grow bag, 24x24x12 rectangular grow bag, 24x18x12 grow bed
• Number of Seeds: 150+

Specifications of Radish Seeds

Radish is a root vegetable cultivated for its edible, crisp, and peppery roots. They are easy to grow, require minimal care, and mature quickly. Radishes can be grown in open ground, raised beds, or grow bags. Ensure proper spacing to avoid crowding, which can hinder root development.

Benefits / Uses of Radish

• Rich in vitamins C and B6, fiber, folate, calcium, potassium, and antioxidants
• Low in calories and a good source of hydration due to high water content
• Promotes digestion and helps detoxify the body

Planting and Care for Radish

• Sowing Radish Seeds: Sow seeds in moist soil inside a grow bag, planting them 1/2 inch deep. Radishes do not require pre-soaking.
• Growing Radish: Requires cool to moderate climate and adequate moisture. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Ensure good soil aeration and avoid exposure to direct sunlight until germination.
• Harvesting Radish: Harvesting typically occurs 30-50 days after sowing, depending on the variety and growing conditions.

Precautions While Growing Radish

• Use well-drained, loamy soil with a pH level of 5.8 to 6.8.
• Handle pests and diseases such as root maggots and fungal diseases with appropriate organic pesticides and fungicides.
• Thin seedlings to avoid overcrowding, which can lead to poor root development.
• Maintain good drainage, sufficient light, and aeration. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Common Problems and Solutions

• Susceptibility to pests and diseases such as root maggots, flea beetles, and downy mildew.
• Yellowing or stunted growth may indicate nutrient deficiencies or poor soil conditions.
• Control problems with proper fertilization, crop rotation, and organic fungicides like neem oil and compost tea.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
• Tamil: முள்ளங்கி (Muḷḷaṅki)
• Malayalam: മുള്ളങ്കി (Muḷḷaṅki)
• Kannada: ಮೂಲೆ (Mūle)
• Telugu: ముల్లంగి (Mullaṅgi)
• Marathi: मुळा (Muḷā)
• Hindi: मूली (Mūlī)
• Bengali: মূলা (Mūlā)

No. of Radish Seeds in a Packet

• 100-150 seeds