Shandong radish planting time and method and when to harvest

Shandong radish planting time

The planting time of Shandong radish is generally in spring and autumn every year . In spring, sowing starts around February and harvesting starts in May-July. In autumn, sowing is generally done in July and harvesting starts in November-December.

In northern regions, after sowing carrots in spring, due to the low temperature in the north, the radishes are prone to premature bolting, so it is not advisable to sow too early. If sowing too late, the growth period of the fleshy roots will be in the hot and rainy June and July, which will cause the occurrence of various diseases.

Key points for planting Shandong radish

1. Choose fertile and loose soil rich in organic matter. Before planting, land preparation and fertilization should be carried out to ensure that the soil is loose and has sufficient base fertilizer.

2. Radishes require a lot of water, so during the growing period, water supply must be balanced and drainage must be timely after heavy rains. Too much water can easily cause root rot, root cracking or root rot.

3. After sowing, apply appropriate fertilizer per acre and cover with about two centimeters of fine soil.

Key points for planting Shandong radish

Choose good quality seeds, remove weeds, expose them to the sun for about 2-3 hours, water them well before sowing, and keep the soil moist. The sowing density should be moderate, sowing about 3-4 seeds per hole.