Radish White Round 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: Cool season crop; can be grown in spring and autumn, avoids extreme heat
• Plant Height: 6-12 inches
• 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: 1-2 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 10-25°C
• Harvesting Time: 25-30 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Low
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 6x6 grow bag, 12x12 grow bag
• Number of Seeds: 100+

Specifications of Radish Seeds

Radish is a root vegetable grown for its edible roots, known for their crisp texture and peppery flavor. They are easy to grow and mature quickly. Radishes can be grown in open ground areas, grow bags, or pots. Ensure proper spacing to prevent root deformities and fungal issues.

Benefits / Uses of Radish

• Rich in vitamins C, B6, folate, fiber, and minerals such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium
• Known for their digestive properties and ability to detoxify the liver
• Open-pollinated seeds allow for reuse from harvested radishes

Planting and Care for Radish

• Sowing Radish Seeds: Sow seeds in moist soil inside a grow bag, planting them 1/2 inch deep. Ensure the soil is not waterlogged.
• Growing Radish: Requires cool temperatures and adequate moisture. Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. Radishes prefer loose, well-drained soil.
• Harvesting Radish: Harvest radishes 25-30 days after sowing, when roots are about 1 inch in diameter for the best texture and flavor.

Precautions While Growing Radish

• Use loose, well-drained soil with a pH level of 6.0 to 7.0.
• Radishes can be susceptible to pests such as root maggots and diseases like downy mildew.
• Practice crop rotation and use organic pesticides if necessary to control pests and diseases.
• Ensure proper spacing to avoid overcrowding, which can lead to poor root development.

Common Problems and Solutions

• Radishes can face issues like root maggots and downy mildew.
• Address root maggots by using floating row covers and practicing crop rotation.
• Manage downy mildew by ensuring good air circulation and using fungicides if necessary.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
• Tamil: முள்ளங்கி (Muḷḷaṅki)
• Malayalam: മുള്ളങ്ങ (Muḷḷaṅṅa)
• Kannada: ಮೂಲಂಗಿ (Mūlaṅgi)
• Telugu: ముల్లంగి (Mullangi)
• Marathi: मुळा (Muḷā)
• Hindi: मूली (Mūlī)
• Bengali: মূলো (Mūlo)

No. of Radish Seeds in a Packet

• 100-150 seeds